Okay so im SUPPOSED to be a Junior in high school but during the summer my parents thought of the bright idea to make me graduate early. They thought it was pointl;ess to waste 4 years in high school, and plus if you graduate early you get a $1000 scholarship. A few months ago I mentioned that I don't want to graduate early anymore and they were just like "nope, that's not an option." I mean I know it shouoldn't a big deal but I want a REAL senior year, since it would be the last seeing all my friends and the people i have grown up with! I almost want to fail all my classes so that I'll have to go a senior year but my parents already said If i did that they would transfer me to another school. Well it's about 3 motnhs from when I am supposed to graduate but once again I feel like this is a mistake. You only get one high school life, so why am I rushing it? Help!!
2007-02-19 16:07:36 · 7 answers · asked by Elle 1 in Education & Reference ➔ Primary & Secondary Education
High school isn't as great as it's made out to be but that aside, a $1000 scholarship isn't that much if you stayed and applied for more scholorships wouldn't that be better, have you brought that point up. Otherwise college is way better than high school especially if you don't live at home.
2007-02-19 16:17:23 · answer #1 · answered by noone 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Failing your classes is not the way to solve this. You're hurting your future AND your present. You obviously are bright, so use your brain to find a comprimise your parents can live with.
Have you considered doing a split senior year? You take half your classes at your school and half at a community college (or regular college, whatever). This would allow you to do 4 years, and still take advantage of starting college early.
Also, if your parents are concerned about the $1,000 then find away to make that up. Research scholarships, and get those applications in. If you can convince them that you can do the 4 years and still save them that $1,000, then you'll be all set.
Finally, remember that those 4 years are yours. Are your parents trying to fix their perceived mistakes by not making you do the 4 years? Personally, I would have cheerfully skipped a year of high school--it was overrated, and college was much more fun. So, I can see where your parents are coming from. I would suggest pointing out that this is your life, and your mistakes to make.
Finally, there's also the maturity issue. If you finish in 3 years, you will be 17 for your first year in college. Are you really mature enough to be there? Are you ready to deal with pressures of drugs, sex, alcohol, parties, etc. College is about preparing for adulthood on your own. High school is about preparing with your parents. You can argue that you need an extra year. There may even be research out there showing it.
I suggest gathering together some good evidence and putting together a logical argument for staying. Then be willing to compromise. You take college classes your junior and senior year, and get half credit for those years, resulting in 4 years, but also 2 semesters of college credit. . .something like that.
If all else fails, you can ask the court system to step in through the "emancipated minor" route. This would give you control over all decisions on your behalf. I would NOT suggest this though, because it's difficult and hard on everyone.
2007-02-19 17:15:20 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I thought about graduating early too, but you're right, senior year is an experience no one should want to miss! Is there a community college around your area, or does your school offer advanced placement or college-level courses for credit? If so, you could suggest to your parents that you stay in high school next year part time, and attend community college for half the day. I have friends who did this, and I took AP English and Writing and got 6 college credits - it is a great jump start to your college career, and will make your freshman year of college a lot easier. Also, some schools even pay for you to go to community college your senior year as part of a bridge program, or if you need higher level courses that aren't offered (such as advanced math.) Talk about all these options with your parents, and if they don't agree, then make an appointment with your school's couselor to help them understand why you want to stay. Good luck, and remember, it's your life and you deserve to make your own choices!
Send me a message if you have any more questions.
2007-02-19 16:21:26 · answer #3 · answered by ? 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Your parents are probably right, in this regard.
Many highschool students look forward to senior year, and many enjoy it.
It is, however, highly overrated.
You're right that you only go through highschool once.
You are wrong, however, to put so much emphasis on it. It's not very important in the scope of things, and college is much better.
But, if you really, really want to, then go for senior year. It's ultimately a waste of time, but it can't hurt either.
Your parents say they won't "let" you?
Well, in case no one told you, i'll tell you: your parents don't have any choice in the matter. What you do, academically, is entirely up to you. They can't actually force you to graduate early; all they can do is try to coerce you into doing it.
If they're not going to, say, abandon you financially (for college, say) as a result, then you should probably just ignore their desires on the matter of graduating early. It will make them upset, and it will be stressful for you, but if you really think that senior year is that important, then it's worth it.
2007-02-19 16:27:12 · answer #4 · answered by extton 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I am graduating early also. I moved around a LOT and have been to a ton of different high schools so it doesn't really bother me. I moved away from my parents house when I was 15 though. Either try to talk to them about what YOU want, but be respectful. Believe me - you don't want to piss your parents off. But in the long run..I promise you this....90% of the people you graduate with..you will NEVER see them again. Unless you never move and you're from an itty bitty town.
2007-02-19 16:24:23 · answer #5 · answered by xwowxitsxshawnax 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I feel your pain. Unfortunately, I assume you're living under your parents roof, and they want you out of there. I also assume you've already tried to reason with them to the best of your ability and failed. Look at it this way: if your parents are that controlling, do you really want to be stuck with them for another year?
The alternative would be to move out now and finish your high school career, which would make your life too stressful to enjoy yourself and therefore defeat the purpose.
2007-02-19 16:18:12 · answer #6 · answered by answerator 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
You may be stuck here. If you fail all your classes, you won't get into college. Obviously, your parents are into controlling you. I'd suggest that when you turn 18, make your own decisions and get clear about running your life on your own terms. Listen to what they have to say and take it into consideration, but let them know that you are an adult with your own life.
2007-02-19 16:13:55 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋