And don’t get me wrong, going to art school is still my dream . . . but I’m not sure I want to be the ‘new kid’ all over again.
-- Jordan (Chapter 1)

Importance: Jordan is thrilled that he has been accepted by a private art school, but he wonders if leaving RAD and going to another new school is the best idea for him. Jordan admits to himself that he does not want to start all over at a new school where he will have to prove himself and make new friends.

But would YOU find it funny if someone pulled a football away . . . when I went to kick it?
-- Jordan (Chapter 1)

Importance: Jordan tells his father that he has not liked the Charlie Brown videos ever since he first saw the football scene. He believed Lucy was bullying Charlie Brown. Jordan makes his point when he asks his parents how they would feel about the scene...