You find it difficult to understand why Orla has not entered the competition and decide to mention it to your friend Chad, who advises you not to get involved as Orla would be competing against the two of you. However, when you are back at home you decide to bring it up with your parents at the dinner table.
After a short discussion, your father asks if it might be possible that Orla is feeling isolated from the rest of the class and also from the events happening around her and encourages you to offer your help with entering the competition.
You do some research online and find an interesting article about social isolation.
