You see the grades on the fridge. The math one, the English one. But you don’t see the report card I carry around in my chest. The one that says I’m losing points in 'Sleep' and getting marked down in 'Feeling like I belong.'
A teen is talking to a parent, teacher, or mentor who just asked, "How are you really doing?" 1 minute monologues for teens
The Invisible Report Card
So, how am I? I’m working for a B-minus in 'Being okay.' And honestly? Right now? That’s the hardest class I’ve ever taken." You see the grades on the fridge