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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 …

Hi, I'm a little bit stressed about all the testing coming up in high school (like APs, SATs, ACTs and more). Can anyone provide guidance with regard to which of these tests are the most significant f …

Hey, can anyone tell me when most high schools tend to have their graduation ceremonies? I know it varies, but is there a most common time of year?

I'll be transferring to a highly diverse high school in Miami next year. Just wondering, aside from English, what other languages might most students be speaking there?

Hi all, I'm slightly anxious about the length of research papers in high school. Are they typically 4-5 pages? I've never written a paper that long before!

Just wondering, do we know which high school subjects educators find the most enjoyable to teach? Any teachers out there with insights?

Hello everyone, when do most high schools usually have their spring break? I understand that it'll differ from school to school, but is there a general time frame most schools stick to?

A bit random, but for those involved in cheer, what were your most memorable moments? We're working on a fun yearbook spread about the cheer squad and want to incorporate some universal experiences.

Does anyone know about surveys that have been done about the most popular career choices among high school students?

Not to put all my eggs in one basket but NFL is kinda the dream for me. I was wondering, do certain states' high schools seem to churn out more NFL stars? Any insights?

I'm planning to do some reading over the summer mainly to prepare for my senior year. I was wondering, which books are most often included in high school English curricula?

Hey y'all, I've been seeing lists of some seriously expensive high schools out there, some of them are smack in the top 25. Just for the sake of my curiosity, what does it really cost to attend these …