<p>OK, so i go to a low-achieving school that might lose its accreditation. The ironic thing is that it has the IB Program (which is the only vestige of some kind of intelligence) Our school is very diverse (i mean really), because of socio-economic reasons and the IB program.
Anyways, i am thinking of transfering to a better, higher-level school for junior yr IB (next yr) The academics in that school is awesome and it thrives on overachieving kids like myself (it is nationally ranked), whereas my school is barely meeting average expectations- low SAT scores, below-average state tests, etc.</p>
<p>The problem is, that school has like no diversity. It ostracizes any one who does not meet the norms- the whole caucasian, preppy, blonde stereotypes. Since I am African-American, I will definetly have a hard time adjusting/fitting in. I might even be the only black girl in some of my classes. </p>
<p>So, should I transfer, only because of the academics, and opportunities to finally be among ppl who give a crapload about school?
I really want to go to Cornell (and this school can better my chances)</p>
<p>I think you'll definitely be better off at a school that definitely won't lose its accreditation. BTW, what school are you considering transferring to? I might be able to provide more detailed advice.</p>
<p>do what you really, deep down, think is best for you. i know it sounds cliche, but then the only person you can blame for whatever happens (good or bad) is yourself.</p>
<p>in my high school (3 grades) of 1400 kids we probably have 10-15 black kids, so it does happen, but then won't Cornell seem that much better? :)</p>
<p>I think you should go to the new school. If stuck-up kids give you any crap about your race, just remember how much more advanced your mind is compared to them (bigots).</p>
<p>What doesn't break you, makes you stronger.</p>
<p>I was the only Asian in my grade for years. I was picked on like nobody but eventually; it didn't really matter anymore. I found my friends, I found who I was, and it didn't matter what some dumbass thought about me anymore.</p>
<p>Go, if its available to you; do it. My advice is to take opportunities like these because you are going to regret it if you don't. </p>
<p>So you're black? Good for you. Personally those who are worth talking to are those who say you are [insert name] and not "the black person".</p>
<p>Plus, it makes a nice sob story for colleges.</p>