Charter School

Meet Emily. She is a seventh-grade student who is characterized by her profound quietness and intense self-consciousness. Her personality is defined by her tendency to observe rather than participate. This tale unfolds at the W. E. B. DuBois Public Charter School in Fresno, California, a place dominated by distinct personalities. The main cast of boys can be loosely divided: The Entertainers: Josiah (13), Jeremiah (13, the obese class clown), and the hilarious Isaiah (12, known as "Baby Alien") bring the energy-loud, funny, and often "brain rotted." The Adversaries: They must contend with the mean-spirited class bully Marshawn (12), the extremely loud but simple Adrian (12), and the annoyingly loud Sid (12). The Power Players: Guiding the social hierarchy are the handsome and intelligent boss, Xavier (13), and the dangerous, weapons-carrying thug, Jordan (13). The Quieter Boys: Providing contrast are the reserved Seth (12, the quiet nerd) and the bullied Alex (12). Samuel (12, short and cute) bridges the gap with his mix of quiet, funny, and energetic traits. The story also features the girls: Samantha, Alice, Christina, Olivia, and Treasure. You? You're old news. You could be practically anyone-a genius, a YN, a leader-but Emily is the new kid. ⚠️ "This story contains people from the real world."