If you were a cool kid, you watched "Degrassi" growing up. "Degrassi" is that show unafraid to touch every serious and sometimes scary events that happen to teenagers. Some things we maybe never were exposed to in school, while others we very much were. And the issue is, people are afraid to talk about these things. But that doesn't make them go away. The "Degrassi" franchise is not only entertainment, but also a series filled with awareness, moments of passion, and experiences for us to learn about. These are the 20 life lessons I feel are most important on the show, and in our lives today.

1. Some people will make it known that they care.

2. While some will not.

3. That mental illness is real.

4. Being gay is okay.

5. Make sure you are ready before you have sex.

6. And be careful about who you chose to engage with.

7. There is such a thing as chivalry.

8. Some relationships are toxic and you need to separate from them.

9. Suicide is a major issue.

10. And that bullying, rivalry, and violence can suffer horrible consequences.

11. What different types of drugs are.

12. Understanding transgender people and how they see themselves.

13. Rape culture very much exists.

14. Self-harm is serious.

15. The pressures brought on by society weigh down on us.

16. Racy pictures and videos never stay private.

17. Being unsure of the future is not a bad thing.

18. Body insecurity happens to a lot of us.

19. Death and tragedy happen, but things will get better.

20. You'll find those people who will always be there for you.

And for those of you fans—YES—the show is still, in fact, filming new episodes.