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                                   by Lauren Estes

I had two choices: Challenger Early College or my home high 

school. I wasn’t sure I had the courage to go outside my comfort 

zone and apply to another, better, and harder school. There was 

a sudden realization that this decision could potentially change 

everything in my life, for the better. The decision had made itself.

The decision to go to Challenger was easier when I realized the 

benefits of going to the school. My sister told me all the perks, 

despite the hard work ethic that was expected. My family 

made me realize how much of a better life I would have; how I 

would have better opportunities. It was the aid that was much 

needed.

The first semester at Challenger was terrifying. I knew only 

four people and had absolutely no classes with them. I was 

scared, discouraged, and hopeless. I did not want to speak or 

associate with anyone. That soon changed when I, fortunately, 

befriended very kind people, this helped me get overcome my 

fears.

That soon changed when I, fortunately, befriended very kind 

people, this helped me get overcome my fears. My new friends 

allowed me to socialize and get to know other people. 

Challenger suddenly became a better place to be, without 

them, I would have left.

My doubt about being at Challenger began disappeared. I was 

passing all my classes and I had people around me to help and 

talk to. I felt extremely confident and ready to finish off the 

year; the only decision left was if I'd return.

Even though the second semester was harder and stressful, I 

decided to stay. My decision was made over several weeks. I 

reflected on my time at Challenger and realized how bad it had 

been for me. Eventually, I escaped from my terrible mindset of 

returning. 

And that is why I'm here, writing this today.

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