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Monday

Monday, September 14th:

        Today is the 27th day of school. I don't mind school but, I HATE my 3rd period. I'm in an advanced writing class with all seniors, and keep in mind I'm a sophomore. I've never tried to make friends in the class they didn't get me, they were so much.. older than me.

But today was different I walk into 3rd period like I do everyday but Mr. Clarence wasn't the one sitting at the desk as usual. It was a younger teacher, with blond hair with icy blue eyes. We locked eyes as soon as I entered the class. I sit in my seat and wait for class to start for an explanation on Mr. Clarence.

        "Hello class I'm Mr. Murray, Mr Clarence has been let go and I am here to permanently take over". What did Mr Clarence get let go for, he was such an intelligent teacher, I thought to myself. I took a moment to look around at the classmates reactions. You could tell the other girls in my class were immediately taking a liking in Mr Murray.

         I paused when I noticed his eyes lingering on me. Maybe I have something on my face, I thought. He begins to pass out an assignment
"Today you will be writing about life struggles or hardships, it can be personal experiences or a second hand experience." Wow this is so profound. I was glad to see that despite how young he is, he cares deeply about his curriculum.

I hear the bell ring and I begin to pack up whilst everyone is leaving I hear my name. "Ms. Davis, will you stay for a moment after class?" Oh no, I thought I must have done something wrong. "Yes, Mr. Murray" I stutter. "Have a seat" he says sternly. "I noticed that you are younger compared to your peers, I will be expecting a lot from you considering your transcript" he looks up at me before looking back at his computer. "Yes sir , I promise not to disappoint" I say with a smile. "Go along now Melanie." He says "I go by Mel actually Mr. Murray." I say as I roll my eyes.