sometimes, it's almost impossible to write 180 words especially, if the homework has not got a lot of detail or has made the requirements.

as Ace said it should be brought down, however, I would suggest 100 words.

The pet function is now available on WoG!

As Valerie said the @all tag is used for important announcements for example plot posts, new jobs etc.

As Kayte said you can copy and paste emojis, for example, red hearts that do work in chat.

Paying for VIP helps the development of the site and some users only get VIP for emojis. It would take away the perks of VIP.

Perhaps you could be able to buy just emoticons for a lower price than that of VIP.

I love this idea! As Jae said it would be good to see the development of a character.

I wouldn't call it a major issue. We must appreciate that there are more urgent things in need of fixing. However, this should be quite a quick fix.

Its just an annoying thing that really could be fixed ^-^

I believe yes. 

How do we access this feature?

It wouldn't be as realistic and it makes sense to all move up together as a class. Hogwarts years finish in July and it wouldn't make sense for one user to say move up in December.