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I've been reading about some pretty expensive high schools in the US, but I was wondering, globally, which school takes the title as the most expensive?

As a junior right now, I've been thinking a lot about the experiences I've had in high school. I was wondering what high school experiences were most important or impactful in your life, and why?

Hey guys, I've been thinking about my course load and I'm curious–what is generally considered the most failed high school class? Any advice on how to succeed in it would be great!

Hey, quick question. Does anyone know what time most high schools generally end their day? I'm thinking about joining some clubs and want to work out my schedule.

Hey y'all, I'm a high school junior and I'm starting to think about my senior year. I've covered my core classes but I've got room in my schedule for some electives. I'm hoping to use them to explore …

What dreams do most high school students have? Wondering if there are any studies or surveys about this?

I'm currently homeschooling and adjusting my curriculum. I wanted to align it somehow with regular high school. Can anyone tell me in what month do most people usually graduate from high school?

So I've heard that some of the most advanced high school football teams have a better shot at college recruitment. Can anyone confirm if this is true? Are there specific colleges that scout more in th …

This may sound odd, but when do most high schools in the U.S. finish their academic year and start their summer break? I'm trying to plan a summer job.

Okay, so I feel a bit silly asking this, but living a student life sometimes feels like being a character in a TV series like those that are mostly set at schools (William McKinley High, anyone?). Ser …

I am feeling a bit stressed out lately and started wondering - which year of high school is generally considered the most stressful? What are your experiences?

Hello there! I was just wondering, out of all the exams we high schoolers take (think AP tests, IB exams, etc.), which one is widely regarded as the most challenging? Is there a consensus on this?

Hey folks, I'm a bit lost here. I'm curious about which years of high school really matter the most when it comes to college applications. I've heard conflicting answers, some say junior year is the m …

Hey guys! Around what time do most high schools usually hold their proms? I just want to get a feel for when this big event typically happens.

I'm working on a project about digital communication and social trends among high school seniors. Specifically, I am looking to understand what social media platforms are they using the most today. Ca …

What is the most common GPA in high school? Is there a 'norm' that colleges expect to see, beyond which they consider a student's application competitive? Hoping for some insight!

Hey everyone, I'm seriously considering majoring in education and becoming a high school teacher. Are there particular states that have more opportunities for high school teachers? Where could I find …

Hey, I'm from a high school in Texas and our football team is pretty dominant in the state. We've won numerous state championships and it's a big part of school life and culture. I'm wondering: Do the …

Hey everyone! I'm curious, does anyone know, or have any info on what the most common name is for high schools in the U.S.? It's just a little fun trivia thing I was wondering about.

Guys, I'm writing my personal essay for college apps and planning to write about high school experiences. But I'm not sure which ones are worth mentioning. Any thoughts on what aspects of high school …