How do I skip a grade?

How can I skip a grade? In 2020 or 2021, my family relocated to Mauritius, the country where my dad is from, due to the Covid pandemic. When we arrived, I wasn’t enrolled in school right away. In the Philippines, I had excellent grades, ranging from 88-98% in 5th grade. However, when I finally started […]

freshman year

Freshman Year Reflection I think a lot of people go through a challenging transition from middle school to high school, especially during that first year when you really start to discover who your true friends are. Lately, I’ve been feeling that many people in my circle are acting distant—like they’re ignoring what I say, talking […]

Jealousy and school

Navigating Jealousy in School Sometimes, it feels like life is playing a cruel trick on me, as though I’m merely here for its entertainment. I’ve always aspired to be valedictorian, and I push myself every day to reach that goal. Yet, despite my efforts, two girls in my class consistently snag the top grades—every single […]

Am I bragging?

Am I coming across as boastful? To give you some background, my family is fortunate enough to be well-off, and they often treat me to really nice, high-end items. Recently, I received a limited edition bag worth $3,000 that’s quite rare! I was thrilled about it, but I found myself holding back my excitement around […]

Writing to my teacher

Reaching out to my teacher I have a teacher I really admire, and I’ve been considering messaging her from a catfish account portraying an older, attractive man. I hope she responds positively!

Chromebook monitors

Chromebook Management Issue I recently purchased a Chromebook that’s identical to the one used at my school, intending to use it for gaming and watching soccer. While trying to access the school Wi-Fi, an IT student brought my Chromebook in and inadvertently connected it to the school’s management system. I received a serious warning about […]

Am I Screwed?

Am I in Trouble? I’m a junior in high school, and I’ve always been an average student. During my freshman and sophomore years, I put in a lot of effort and maintained a GPA between 3.2 and 3.5. However, this junior year has been really tough for me. I work a few nights a week […]

Rate my high school experience

Reflecting on my high school experience: I only witnessed three students get bitten during my time there. While I was attending, some drug dealers moved in, and many students were often under the influence. Throughout my four years, there were 23 overdoses, but thankfully, no fatalities on campus, even when one student pulled a gun […]