I'm thinking of quitting my writing program

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I'm in this hard writing program at my school since grade nine. I've learned a lot, but the stress of the program is getting to me, and I'm just not enjoying writing anymore. I'm thinking I might have to use writing for a hobby, as I can't hand the fast paced, hand an assignment in every week sort of lifestyle. At least not when I have other subjects as well.
I want to be there with my friends so badly - it's the only course I share with them. But I'm getting depressed and stressed again, and I really think it's from this program.
I'm scared that people are going to think I'm a loser if I quit though...I worked so hard to stay, then I threw it away. I'm just tired of coming home all the time in tears and anxiety.
I really have learned a lot from this program, and I'm scared that I'm going to miss out on a bunch of learning opportunities if I leave.
I'm worried that I won't be able to attend the school if I drop the program though. It's not in my district, and I was only allowed to attend because of the program. I can get drives to school, but I'm still worried about having to leave...
What's your opinion on the matter?

I used to work for a magazine published by a local newspaper, and let me tell you--writing by scheduled assignment is hell. I can't live without writing, but I need my own pace and my own subjects to work on. Doing it only to satisfy some authority figure is the worst use I can make of my talents.

So yes, a course on writing may be terrible, but there are some skills and techniques that you may learn on the process. My advice is: go on with the course, but never abandon your own creative projects.

I'm going to agree with carturo222 here, but I also want to say that you might want to talk to the guidance counselor, that is what they are there for. It's pretty normal for kids to get stressed out from all the work and need someone to talk to.

They might be able to offer you tips on how to handle it all better and give advice that would relate directly to your circumstances, they would also know what would happen if you were to drop the class as far as the school is concerned. Part of your stress right now seems to be not knowing the consequences of what you might choose.

The thing is, I've been there two and a half years already, and I'm tired of being on the verge of suicide all the time because I can't handle school, and so I take it out on myself.
I don't mind authority figures - I have a really great teacher this year - I'm just a slow writer, and I can't handle the pace.
It does suck though that if I do quit, I don't get the credit for the semester.

I decided that I'm going to quit. I suppose I already knew my decision even before I posted this, but I didn't want to rush into things. But this is the right choice for me.

Make the choice you can live with.

Well, I'm excited to take another business course. I REALLY enjoyed my grade nine business class, and I can get a business certificate if I take a few more

Hopefully you'll have a better time with that than the writing course.

*nods*
It's not like the course was useless - even though I've lost a credit by dropping out, I still learned a lot
And I know I'll enjoy business!