Your question is a good one lonelyperson. It is timely and pertanent.

In my work with substance abuse I am blessed to interact with many young people. Some are nearly as sharp as you....

You are not as alone as you might think. There are many focused, determined and schoolastic students who feel as you do.

I often suggest seeking the similar minded in clubs, projects or atheltics. We cannot battle the misguided alone. Comfort comes with numbers.

I know you are in a new school and it is hard to break through. Talk to you guidence counselor and find out about theater, or book clubs or any extra carricular activity that interests you. Join, join,,join. The more people you meet the more "nicer" people you will get to know and they to know you....

With Care,

Lenny