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A random selection of stories from the site

Here Ron describes learning geography during the daily wartime news discussions.

Here Michelle talks about bullying throughout her school.

Here Micheline describes her struggle to join the world outside of school.

Here Christine talks about the low expectations she experienced on her Secretarial Course

Here Sue describes the impact of school culture on her self-image.

Here Ron describes Sunday afternoon visiting for parents.

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