That's so interesting to find out about what it was like for you. I used to read books about private schools sometimes, and an all-girls school seemed like it would be kinder (but of course, girls can be mean anywhere).

I'm especially proud of my son and his generation for rising above the stereotyping to some extent. I know that bullying does still happen, but it's nice that they're not relying on old tropes as a way to behave.