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A random selection of stories from the site

Here Jack talks to Belinda about leaving school.

Here Miro talks about the influence his parents had on his school’s expectations.

Here Haq describes being sent away from his family.

Here Zara recalls the negative attitude of her English teacher.

Here Ron talks about bedtime at 7 pm for teenagers.

Here Gordon describes being pushed in a pram so that he could join in.

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