You know, schools have this sneaky way of teaching us more than just math equations and history dates. There’s a whole hidden curriculum lurking beneath the surface, and it’s time to shine a light on it. You see, beyond the textbooks and tests lies a whole world of unspoken lessons. Schools don’t just teach you […]
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The Hidden Curriculum
The Art of Survival: Strategies for Making it Through Another Day of School
Hey there, brave soul. I know just how tough it can be to face another day of school when it feels like the weight of the world is on your shoulders. The grind, the monotony, the pressure—it's enough to make anyone feel like they're drowning. But hang in there. You've made it this far, and […]
Beyond High School Hell - Bullies, Mental Health, Alternatives...
In the depths of your despair, you may feel powerless, trapped in a system that seems designed to suffocate your spirit. It's a cruel irony that while your mind yearns for freedom, your reality denies you that choice. Legal barriers loom large, reminding you that without parental consent, escape is a distant dream. The weight […]
Why Don't Schools Care About Bullying?
Why the heck don't schools care about bullying? It's a question that hits hard because it's not just about mean words or rough moments—it's about feeling unsafe and unvalued in a place that's supposed to be all about learning and growth. First off, let's shine a light on the big picture. Bullying isn't just a […]
Why producing electronic music is better than school
Imagine this: instead of dragging yourself through another day of lectures and assignments, you're surrounded by the pulsating beats of your own music, lost in a world where every note is a reflection of your emotions and experiences. Creating electronic music isn't just about pressing buttons or tweaking knobs; it's about channeling your innermost feelings […]
Online High School Basics and Myths
Online high schools are becoming increasingly popular as an Alternative to traditional high schools. While they're not without their own distinctive set of issues, online high schools, especially those that allow for getting a high school diploma online, will only grow in number and popularity. While there are a number of Different motives for why […]
Online high schools: Public vs. Private
With adequate technology and expert staff, some online high schools are Making great strides with students who have unique needs. Online high schools: Public vs. Private Public online Schools are similar to traditional public schools: They are tuition-free; educators are licensed and deliver district-approved curricula; and students may take extracurricular activities. These schools tend to […]
Free Online High Schools For Homeschoolers
There are all these online options popping up everywhere, like Connections Academies, Insight Schools, and Advanced Academics, spread across different states. Our site's got, like, nearly a hundred of these listed. But just because they say they're free doesn't mean they're the right fit for you. And, by the way, they're not really free since […]
Why camping is better than school
Let's talk about something that's probably crossed your mind more than once: why camping beats the heck out of school any day of the week. Now, I know what you're thinking - "But school is supposed to be this great learning experience, right?" Wrong. It's more like a never-ending cycle of stress, boredom, and feeling […]
7 Highly Successful High School Dropouts
by Neatorama.com It’s a common belief in America these days that without a high school diploma, you have no future. This opinion may be true to some extent, but it’s certainly not a hard and fast rule. There are a lot of highly successful people in this world who never even completed high school. One […]
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