I'm thinking of changing schools, but for that I have to repeat the school year. I'm afraid to talk to my dad about it

Hey everyone, I've been dealing with a pretty big problem lately and I wanted to get some opinions on it. I'm currently studying at a federal school, and the pressure and monotony of it all is seriously taking a toll on my mental health. So, I've been thinking about switching to a private school.

But here's the catch: one of my technical course teachers doesn't really seem to care about teaching, and a lot of students end up failing his subject. If I do switch to a private school, I'll have to repeat the academic year since they don't allow you to pass a subject that you've previously failed.

Now, I know this might sound like a whim, but I promise it's not. My psychologist even thinks that incorporating other activities into my life would be really helpful, since my current routine doesn't allow for much of that. Plus, the private schools I'm considering are in great locations, so I'll have more opportunities to get out and about.

Not only that, but at a private school, I'd also have access to extra humanities classes that would help me prepare better for college entrance exams and college itself.

But, my dad is totally against the idea. He thinks that all the stress and pressure I'm dealing with now will be good for me in the long run, both academically and financially. I'm afraid to bring up the advantages of private schools because he might only focus on the money, even though we can afford it.

Even though I know I'd have to repeat the first year, I'm willing to do it if it means I can make a positive change in my life. So, what do you all think?

Submitted February 22, 2023 at 09:37PM by gottabing https://ift.tt/EWowIPp