I'm glad that you're starting to feel better, Comsie!
Here's Bodhi Sabongui to help you get back on your feet!
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It depends on the class; a couple of the teachers at Max's school decided to implement a new style as an experiment. And of course there are certain "benchmarks" and curriculum goals that need to be met, but otherwise the kids choose their own way. So far, it's going well. Next year, the Board of Education might set it as the new standard throughout the district.
Yup! He loves being with his friends. He also says the classes are fun because some teachers let the kids choose what they want to learn, as long as it's relevant to the subject being taught.