The 101 on ERHS
2 years ago I stepped foot on Eagle Rock High School for the very first time, and since then,
I have educated myself on everything you need to know. If you’re a newcomer, here is a list of 8 things that are definitely true about ERHS!
First, ants are a rare sighting. Unlike my crummy old elementary school, the Eagle Rock campus is impeccable. Oftentimes, I forget what ants even look like, because I never get the chance to see these tiny little friends. If the rare time comes where you see an ant, be sure to cherish this sacred moment - trust me, it's a once in a lifetime experience.
Next, beware of the strict dress code. Walking around campus you can see this heavily enforced dress code everywhere you go. It includes pants that must be below the knee, no tank tops, and even no tee shirts! All tops must be below the elbow, shoes must cover the ankle, and necks must be covered. It was rumored that we used to have no dresscode, but the students stood up together and as one reinforced it. It's near impossible to escape our super strict dress code, so always bring an extra pair of clothes. To be safe I suggest a mockneck, pair of pants, and 2-foot long stockings to ensure you're always protected.
Another thing to know is the lunch lines are next to nothing. Not to mention that cutting never happens. When I first came to this school, I was shocked how quick the lunch line went! On my first day it definitely didn’t take up half of lunch to get my food! Thanks to the security personnel at both ends, the lines are heavily regulated, and constant cutting is not a worry. Sometimes I even miss waiting and wasting my lunch for a mediocre sandwich and two strawberries.
On the topic of lunch, vegan food is to die for - or maybe you will die eating it …..? Thanks to the amazing chefs, the vegan food tastes identical to the mysterious meat they usually serve. Everyday I eagerly run to the lunch lines (that barely exist!) and excitedly wait for the vegan meat. My personal favorite is the vegan chicken nuggets which never fail to excite me. The soggy outside and the weird off-white color on the inside instantly puts a smile on my face. Just writing about it gets me excited!
If the school lunch isn’t your vibe, there’s also the vending machines. If you love getting scammed and paying 3 bucks for a vitamin water that won’t dispense you've found your happy place. The school’s favorite vending machine sits in the cafeteria with an Apple Pay card reader (where we definitely don’t use our phones.) Once you pay, you'll be happy to know that nothing comes out. In some cases a water bottle you didn’t ask for might come rolling down the dispenser. The dramatic waiting time to see if you just wasted your last $3 will surely give you a dopamine rush!
Another thing that you’ll love is the perfect AC conditions. Somehow, our school always knows the perfect temperature. Sweaters, you can leave your fans at home, because our campus is the perfect temperature at all times. My favorite type of classrooms are the ones that have no AC - they're like my own personal sauna! Somehow, it gets even better in our hot and smelly locker rooms.
When I first joined the school I was really excited to have my own locker. After watching Victorious, I was convinced that my locker would be covered in decor. On my first day I was happy to learn my locker was covered - in rust. In my opinion the rust gives it personality, but don’t worry, the rust isn’t even the worst part. Opening up your locker, if it even opens, you’ll be surprised with mysterious trash from 5 years ago. So have fun decorating that!
Last but not least, passing period in the main building is what dreams are made of. Have you ever had too good of a day? If so, your mood will instantly change after one passing period on the second floor. Personally, getting pushed and shoved in every direction is my favorite way to end my day. I also love walking upstairs and having to shove 10 people to get up. It’s really a great way to show my resilience and strength!
Well, 7th graders, that’s it! I hope you cherish my advice and gift my helpful tips down to the next generation.
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