In the summer before my first year of middle school, my family and I packed our bags and relocated in central Ohio, an urban area that I grew up knowing but never understood much about. Moving from my hometown in the country was difficult for me since I’ve grown close and comfortable with my life there, and the thought of leaving it was frightening. Nevertheless, my stubborn opinions soon alternated once I started school in the fine suburban area called Dublin. I have heretofore never met such a group of warm, welcoming teachers and students. I formed friendships with numerous new peers in the first few weeks, and my group expanded significantly as the weeks progressed. As the year continued, I developed strong connections with my instructors
