Space Plague (10 page)

John was already unclipping his harness. As his body floated above his seat, a huge grin spread across his face.

This really is the greatest school in the universe!

SUBJECT
: Space Flight

TEACHER
: Sergeant Jegger

GRADE
: A

TEACHERS COMMENTS
: After a bumpy start with a few crash landings, Cadet Riley has achieved great heights in Space Flight. He shows great skill in piloting t-darts and other spacecraft, including my own Talios 720.

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SUBJECT
: Hyperspace History

TEACHER
: Ms Vartexia

GRADE
: C

TEACHERS COMMENTS
: John has made considerable progress given that his own planet’s history is so brief. He is a popular member of class thanks to his sense of humour, which as an Elvian I do not share.

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SUBJECT
: Galactic Geography

TEACHER
: Dr Graal

GRADE
: D

TEACHERS COMMENTS
: John Riley exhibits an alarming ignorance of all planets besides his own, primitive world. The universe is a big place, Mister Riley.

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SUBJECT
: Maths

TEACHER
: Professor Dibali

GRADE
: A

TEACHERS COMMENTS
: John is a gifted mathematician and easily grasps new numerical concepts. It is a pleasure to have him in my class.

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SUBJECT
: Technology

TEACHER
: Master Tronic

GRADE
: A

TEACHERS COMMENTS
: John’s Super-Rover robot had a unique design and was a deserving joint Robot Warrior champion. Keep up the good work, John!

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SUBJECT
: Space Survival

TEACHER
: Professor Raydon

GRADE
: A

TEACHERS COMMENTS
: Although John’s exam results were less than stellar, he has received extra marks for surviving numerous perilous situations in outer space.

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SUBJECT
: Cosmic Languages

TEACHER
: Ms Skrinel

GRADE
: C-

TEACHERS COMMENTS
: As the ancient Welgoorians always say, “Vewxiteh smiurghen, ltyi xtyr-Arnovek leu doramu bla-Kmal.” John should try to apply these wise words next term.

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HEADMASTER’S COMMENTS
: Although John arrived at Hyperspace High by “accident”, he has quickly proved that he truly belongs here. He is a fast learner, and always rises to a challenge. He has demonstrated his bravery and leadership skills many times and I have forseen great things for John in the future.

SUBJECT
: Space Flight

TEACHER
: Sergeant Jegger

GRADE
: A+

TEACHERS COMMENTS
: Cadet Tarz is the most naturally talented pilot I have ever had the honour of teaching. She has a promising career in the Galactic Fleet ahead of her.

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SUBJECT
: Hyperspace History

TEACHER
: Ms Vartexia

GRADE
: D

TEACHERS COMMENTS
: Emmie struggles to remember key dates and events. Next term she must spend less time in the sports halls and more time studying.

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SUBJECT
: Galactic Geography

TEACHER
: Dr Graal

GRADE
: D-

TEACHERS COMMENTS
: Miss Tarz is a purely decorative presence in my classroom.

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SUBJECT
: Maths

TEACHER
: Professor Dibali

GRADE
: D

TEACHERS COMMENTS
: Emmie tries very hard but would benefit from extra tuition in mathematics.

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SUBJECT
: Technology

TEACHER
: Master Tronic

GRADE
: B

TEACHERS COMMENTS
: Emmie has a strong sense of design and technology. Her robot, Cammy, had an impressive camouflage design but in future Emmie must focus more on functionality.

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SUBJECT
: Space Survival

TEACHER
: Professor Raydon

GRADE
: A

TEACHERS COMMENTS
: Although Emmie lacks confidence in her academic abilities, when in an emergency Emmie thinks quickly and takes appropriate survival actions.

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SUBJECT
: Cosmic Languages

TEACHER
: Ms Skrinel

GRADE
: C

TEACHERS COMMENTS
: I’m pleased to see that Emmie’s work has improved over the course of the term. As the Silarans are fond of saying, “TXAKITY–DLARB, Emmie!”.

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HEADMASTER’S COMMENTS
: Emmie’s mixed academic results do not accurately reflect the impressive contributions she has made to the school over the past term. Emmie has shown courage, loyalty, and initiative in a variety of testing situations. I look forward to seeing what she accomplishes next term.

SUBJECT
: Space Flight

TEACHER
: Sergeant Jegger

GRADE
: B

TEACHERS COMMENTS
: Cadet Tarturu is a competent, sensible pilot. Next term, he must work on bolder take-offs and landings.

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SUBJECT
: Hyperspace History

TEACHER
: Ms Vartexia

GRADE
: B+

TEACHERS COMMENTS
: Kaal is a quiet, studious member of class. He should try to speak up more as he has a lot to offer.

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SUBJECT
: Galactic Geography

TEACHER
: Dr Graal

GRADE
: A

TEACHERS COMMENTS
: Kaal has produced satisfactory work, although at times he does not seem sufficiently engaged by the subject matter of my lessons. His rustling wings are at times distracting to other students.

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SUBJECT
: Maths

TEACHER
: Professor Dibali

GRADE
: A

TEACHERS COMMENTS
: Kaal is an excellent mathematician and is always willing to help less able classmates.

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SUBJECT
: Technology

TEACHER
: Master Tronic

GRADE
: A+

TEACHERS COMMENTS
: Kaal has a rare gift for technology. Laserdon was a highly sophisticated robot and I predict Kaal will be a Robot Warriors finalist for years to come.

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SUBJECT
: Space Survival

TEACHER
: Professor Raydon

GRADE
: A

TEACHERS COMMENTS
: From battling defrosted warriors to escaping from volcanic explosions, I feel that Kaal has truly earned his A in Space Survival.

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SUBJECT
: Cosmic Languages

TEACHER
: Ms Skrinel

GRADE
: B+

TEACHERS COMMENTS
: Kaal has a good understanding of many languages, in addition to his native Derrilian tongue. However, he is very shy about speaking these languages in front of the class.

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HEADMASTER’S COMMENTS
: Kaal is a bright, personable student who is very modest about his achievements. Although he never brags, Kaal should be very proud of what he has accomplished this term. I was delighted to see how Kaal took a new student at the school under his wing. Kaal is a role model for all at Hyperspace High.

SUBJECT
: Space Flight

TEACHER
: Sergeant Jegger

GRADE
: A

TEACHERS COMMENTS
: Cadet Talliver is an excellent pilot. Next term he must pay more attention to other students’ safety.

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SUBJECT
: Hyperspace History

TEACHER
: Ms Vartexia

GRADE
: A

TEACHERS COMMENTS
: Mordant has produced work of a high standard this term and is always very punctual.

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SUBJECT
: Galactic Geography

TEACHER
: Dr Graal

GRADE
: A+

TEACHERS COMMENTS
: Mordant is a delight to have in class and can always be relied upon for the correct answer. I wish more students were just like him!

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SUBJECT
: Maths

TEACHER
: Professor Dibali

GRADE
: A

TEACHERS COMMENTS
: Mordant has a quick mind for calculations but should give his classmates a chance to answer – he is always waving his tentacle in the air.

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SUBJECT
: Technology

TEACHER
: Master Tronic

GRADE
: F

TEACHERS COMMENTS
: Mordant was a Robot Warriors finalist. Unfortunately by activating IFI’s self-destruct system, Mordant made it impossible for me to award him marks for his technology work.

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SUBJECT
: Space Survival

TEACHER
: Professor Raydon

GRADE
: B-

TEACHERS COMMENTS
: Mordant has an impressive knowledge of Space Survival but should try to avoid putting classmates in situations where their own Space Survival skills are tested.

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SUBJECT
: Cosmic Languages

TEACHER
: Ms Skrinel

GRADE
: A

TEACHERS COMMENTS
: Mordant is a very able student with a real aptitude for Cosmic Languages. It is a shame that he cannot find nicer things to say about his classmates in any language.

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HEADMASTER’S COMMENTS
: Mordant is a clever student and has, with the exception of Technology, achieved outstanding academic results. As he progresses at Hyperspace High, I would like to see Mordant devoting more attention to his social and inter-personal development and forming lasting friendships.