School Shock
AN: I kinda realized that there is no fanfic about the gang's first day at school... so, this was born. This is also my first fanfic so, please review and you may get some delicious Frank and Beans... served virtually! :D
Criticism is accepted but please be polite. Or you'll suffer the wrath of a very upset Rocko and his siblings! :c
There is also a new character in this story. That is the narrator. She loves adding in her personal opinions and this story is currently in her POV.
The first day of High School as freshmen always sucked. That was what Iris was told and she believed that.
Just when she had settled into a comfortable routine of bike riding, bungee-jumping, cannon-shooting, taming wild beasts, exploring and generally having fun with her friends, school suddenly arrived and slapped her back to reality.
On the first day of school, there was inevitably a traffic jam before the school opened its rusty iron gates at 7.30 am, signifying the start of its session. Comfortable flying coffins dropped pupils near the main gates while some arrived on the eco-friendly broomsticks. The air was still cold at that time and the cries of crows could be heard.
The older students were distinguished by their taller frames and their different attire, since the senior boys sported long, blue pants while the younger ones were dressed in shorts. All the girls wore blue pinafores but the senior girls adorned darker ones compared to their juniors. The school uniform was white and a red tie was occasionally spotted, worn by the esteemed prefects. The elder boys and girls were also distinguished by their familiarity with the school. They did not show an air of nervousness, unlike their juniors. The latter was still getting used to their new environment. However, the seniors looked relaxed, considering this was a new year. Older girls huddled in groups around dark corridors were making small talk, gathering news and feedback on what was the latest in school or keeping up to date with what their friends did during the holidays, while the senior boys were seen around the car porch, chatting away on current affairs and the latest fads among them. A number of them were casting longing glances at the shiny, new cars which belonged to some of the teachers. Some girls were playing tag while a small group of boys could be spotted dribbling away a ball on the field.
The teachers were all gathered in the staff room, busily assembling their lesson materials or catching up with their colleagues. The office was a hive of activities and some anxious parents were waiting there to discuss admission matters with the heads of various departments.
Most of the newcomers were gathered in the canteen, nervous and casting curious looks on everything. Most of these students were carrying bulky and heavy school bags, unsure what to bring along. The canteen itself was stirring to life. Food stall holders were busy preparing ingredients to cook their delicious dishes for the students during their mid-day break.
The gang was there now. Poe had dropped them off there. After promising them that he would feed their pets once he reached the manor, he boarded the tram to bring a rather clingy Scaredy Bat to kindergarten.
Honestly, Misery, Frank and Len didn't have to be there. They were already seniors but they yearned to help their younger friends. They had done so much for them, this was the least they could do.
Strangely, it was Ruby providing positive remarks rather than the experienced trio. Misery... well, not many found sneezing because of the dust, destroying the lab and tripping while doing laps as a good thing about Shock School. As for Frank and Len... loathsome lectures, troublesome tests (it's hard to take one when you are attached to your brother on the hip) , teachers born to prevent them from writing songs... the only thing they liked about school was their music class and drama class. So, the happiest girl in the world had to cheer them up, particularly Iris. Her exuberant cyclops friend was NOT her usual self.
"Come on, Iris! I know you think school is horrible..." Ruby started with an innocent smile.
"IT IS HORRIBLE! HOMEWORK! NO ADVENTURES!" Iris exclaimed, cutting Ruby off mid-sentence.
"... but it's actually great. Think about it. Today, we are freshmen and because of that, we can go to this party!" Ruby finished with an uncharacteristic smirk.
"How can you say that?! School is... wait, did you say, party?"
At this, the lethargic souls were wide awake, their eyes gleaming with excitement. I mean, who can resist a party?!
She held up a flyer that screamed the words,
"NEW SCHOOL YEAR PARTY AT THE HALL! EVERYONE IS INVITED!"
"Cool! Maybe I might actually like school!" Iris grinned. Given her best friend's planning skills, combined with all of their talents, hosting a party was a snap. Maybe they could distribute school maps and wish anyone they met good luck. Even a show was possible, with RIP performing while being backed up by a dozen dancers, a light show, and a fireworks finale. Skull Boy did claim that his ancestors were masters of pyrotechnics.
Just as everyone was cheering, the clanging bell reverberated throughout the hallways. Promptly, Misery, Frank and Len, and other older students, fell into place in neat rows and lines on the school quadrangle. Teachers stood behind the students, marking their attendance. The new students, including Skull Boy, Ruby and Iris, were escorted to the hall on the second floor by some teachers and prefects.
Everyone then turned around to face the flag when it was time to sing the National Anthem. Once they heard the familiar strains of the song they knew by heart (or non-neurological heart), they began to sing.
Soon, announcements were made, rules were reinforced and the pupils filed quietly to their respective classes, ready for their first class.