I'm writing to you because I really don't know what to do. You see, I have a really big problem! The bullies of the school tease me because I'm the best student in the class and because of the teasing, no one wants to be my friend just in case they get teased too. I don't know what to do because I liked studying and school and enjoyed doing homework but lessons have become a nightmare now and I dread going into the classroom every morning. I don't want to stop studying because my parents would be upset if my grades went down, but I feel really sad that I have no friends. 

I really don't know what I should do. Can you help me?

Your friend,

Luke

 

Dear Luke,

I read your letter and I'd like to give you some advice. You are in a difficult situation since you have no friends to make you feel better. Despite your worries, however, I think there are ways in which you could find a solution.

In the first place, it might be a good idea if you talked to your parents. They can make you feel better, I 'm sure for that!!!! Also they can talk to the headmaster of your school! He can punish those guys that are teasing you. Secondly, I think you should talk to the headmaster yourself. It's better I think. Finally I suggest ignore them. What I mean is not to show them that you're afraid. If you do that, you're giving them what they want. I know it's hard but you should try it!!!!!!!!

I do hope things work out OK in the end.

Best wishes,                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    Aggeliki