(COTE X OC)The cheater is the red child

Chapter 2 -what is this school

Point of View - Hishida

I realize that my desire to work is at an all-time low. I'm not sure I have the motivation to do anything that would guarantee my future.

If I wanted to secure my future, this school would be perfect. It has an almost guaranteed employment rate for graduates. In other words, this school is made for students who have a clear vision for their future. But I believe this school was originally a government project. Its purpose was to train elites who would support Japan's destiny.

Now, the school is starting to feel outdated, but it hasn't lost any of its prestige or popularity. It has helped many people climb the social ladder. Some have become politicians, others businessmen, a variety of people just as remarkable as the next. This school has become one of Japan's greatest prides, with its unique level of education setting it apart from other institutions, and helping maintain its unparalleled prestige.

No doubt, with all this information, many want to attend. But it was a disappointment for many, as the acceptance rate is phenomenal—even students with excellent grades haven't been lucky enough to get in. Well, I suppose we can understand that. The school admits 160 students each year, divided into four classes, from what I recall. For a school whose prestige stretches across the entire country, it's logical that a student has an almost negligible chance of getting in. But, as strange as it may seem, a student with poor grades was still accepted.

And that's what pushed me to apply. I know relying solely on this foundation is a mistake. I'm aware of that. This school forms elites, yes, but they've never claimed to accept only elites. If we follow this reasoning, it's not unreasonable to think they select their students based on their ability to follow the curriculum.

But if I base my assumptions on this, how do they choose their students? What are their acceptance criteria? I doubt it's the entrance exam, since even poor students were accepted. From what I've gathered, the student who had poor grades was involved in sports, had many friends, and did well in the oral interview. These were noted in his academic record, which the teacher provided to the institution.

To verify my assumptions, I spent my entire 3rd year increasing my sociability, practicing sports, and working hard on my oral interview skills. As for my grades, they didn't improve one bit. It took a long time just to test my theory, but it was confirmed when they accepted me into their school.

I was then 65% sure of their acceptance criteria. Our grades are not the only factors for entering this school.

But now a question comes to mind:

Does our behavior, our aptitude in class, have any connection to their methods of education? Did they take students who were struggling and turn them into good students? Was their transformation so extraordinary that they were considered capable of being hired anywhere?

I'm almost sure of their criteria for applying to such a school, but this level of prestige gives me an odd feeling.

How do they do it?

From what I've heard online, the AHNS keeps its activities within the school under wraps. But what it can't hide is posted on a webpage called "ANHS.com."

An original name, I guess.

According to the information there, this institution is located on an artificial island in the heart of Tokyo. The students live there and are not allowed to leave. But what makes this island unique are the numerous facilities available for the students. Facilities that could satisfy everything a typical high school student might need, whether for basic necessities or entertainment. It all feels like a small town, a mini society.

And like any mini society, there are rules if you want to survive. The question now is: Why these facilities? Do they once again tie into their imposed education? But most importantly, how do we benefit from them?

If I take everything I know about this school into account and connect all the dots...

What criteria do you need to enter?

Grades, aptitude, behavior, social status.

What does this school offer?

A 100% employment rate.

Where is the school? What does it look like physically?

On an island, with numerous facilities to cover basic needs and entertainment.

And finally, what is their educational method?

Their educational method is as follows: We must earn money to access the facilities, just like real citizens. To get this money, it depends on our grades, behavior, and social status. The goal of this school is to integrate us into the active workforce with a taste of real life.

I suppose there will be rivalry between classes so that everyone can help their classmates, just like they simulate a corporate war in search of profiles.

Of all the possible theories, this one seems the most convincing