It’s like college, but not

“People treat you more like an adult, and it’s not as crammed-in.

There are less people in class, and it’s less stressful.”

PETER HARTWICH, 17

Costa Mesa

“It’s so small. The other day people were absent in history class

and there were only three people there. It’s more personal and

[teachers] respect you a lot more. Plus, we take college courses for

God’s sake.”

BIANKA FIMBRES, 16

Costa Mesa

“We get to take college courses and we get out early. And since

the classes are smaller, if you have trouble you don’t feel bad

asking questions.”

KIM DOWNES, 17

Costa Mesa

-- Interviews and photographs compiled by Marisa O’Neil