Two Drastically Different Social Ideals Seen in Education Systems

The manufacturing of the most useful weapon in the modern world varies from place to place after thousands of years of separation between cultures, specifically the East and the West. This weapon would be knowledge in information in school subjects and the ability to harness the full mind capacity. Education is one of the most […]

Affirmative Action Helps No One

Imagine a world where no one notices the color of each other’s skin, a world where everyone was treated equally, fairly, and without prejudice. This is the goal of our generation. We want to see equal opportunities for everyone regardless of sex, or race, or nationality. Unfortunately, this will never happen as long as colleges […]

A Gripping Fear of Pencils

The Writing titled “A Gripping Fear of Pencils”, written by Alexis, talks about how a six-year-old wants to be a writer when she grows up. His/her writing left me felling happy. I am surprised that a six-year-old knew that she wanted to be a writer when she grew up she wrote”, All the other kids […]

Technology in the Classroom: Tools for Building Students’ Futures

From elementary school all the way up through colleges and universities, computers and other digital tools are increasingly playing a central role in classrooms. Like with any new or expanding technology, this comes with many potential benefits but also with risks and possible negative consequences. Some believe that technology can help keep students interested and […]

The Oppressive Cycle of Education

Why do people go to college? There was always an emphasis on higher education. In high school, my guidance counselors would extensively talk about the college processes as if college became the only word in the dictionary from January of junior year to May of senior year. Throughout high school, I was a geeky overachiever. […]

Gay-Straight Alliances is Public Schools

GSA’s Argumentative Essay All schools have clubs and organizations that meet to allow students to discuss common interests, but very few clubs promote safety and equality for fellow peers. One type of club that does provide this sense of security and safety are Gay-Straight Alliances or GSAs. These clubs allow people of all sexual orientation […]

Needs vs Wants

America, 1700. The people lead a simple life that is inhibited by their lack of technology. They work hard on their farms to earn their nominal remuneration. Their lives are not easy but they get by without complaining. They only use resources when it is integral to their survival. Now fast forward 300 years to […]

How well do you know your opponent?

Anybody can fight to a certain extent, but there are several different types of fighters. In order to know how to defeat each type, one must understand the differences should they ever be faced with one. Some train and are ready for a fight at any point, we’ll call these professionals. Then there are those […]

The Transition

Going into high school can be very terrifying. You go from being the top dogs in middle school, to freshmen. You are also at a huge, brand new school and have no idea where you are going. Let me tell you, I know it is very intimidating, but it’s really not bad at all. You […]

We Read for a Reason

Summer reading–the words that bring almost every teen to tears. Why waste your summer doing a project on a book that you never read and probably never will read because of the great invention of the Internet? Well, I don’t see much use in trying to do the project without reading the book, but I […]

The Importance of Teachers

For thirteen years, one of our most persistent thoughts is: “I hate school.” Or something along the lines. Our “hate for school” is defined by our distaste of the curriculum, the piles of work, and even the teachers. Teachers. The cruel and old creatures that are “out to get us,” and only exist to torment […]

The Silent Assassin

“The great cordial of nature is sleep. He that misses that, will suffer by it.” A notable quote by english philosopher John Locke that exemplifies the consequences of not enough sleep. Sleep is vital to well-being and is just as important as the air people breathe. According to the writers of Sleep Foundation, it even […]

Stealing the Core of Education: The Arts

For many students, including myself, the art and music periods in school are greatly treasured. Learning a new song, finishing a painting, performing to friends – these are usually the daily highlights for many young students. Unfortunately, the arts education in schools is currently in an unacceptable decline (Lipman). Many schools across the U.S. are […]

Argumentative Essay

Have you ever come home from school and when your parents asked, “What’d you learn today?” you replied, “stuff” or “nothing”? Well, most kids in school believe that they aren’t learning things that they will use once they get out of highschool. I know that my friends and I have thought that plenty of times […]

We Can’t Just Let the Gifted Be

While taking a course on educational exceptionalities, I was a shocked to discover that “giftedness” was a subject explored by my special education textbook among chapters about learning disabilities, brain injuries, and physical disabilities. My attitude towards those individuals who are “identified at the preschool, elementary, or secondary level as possessing demonstrated or potential abilities […]

Should Schools Ban Favored Milk

Flavored milk is a hot debate is schools now. Some schools are banning flavored milk! Flavored milk has vital nutrients that kids need, and kids are more likely to drink milk if it is flavored, plus if schools ban flavored milk some of the white milk will go to waste. Angela Jenkins a health coach […]

Reasons Students Dont Pay Attention In School

I think more students in school would pay attention if classes were more fun and interesting. Like once an awhile it would be nice just to watch a movie, or just take a break from regular class work. I’d like for once to just chill out in class or go outside and read. Any student […]

Are the Business Day Rules and Regulation

Do you know why we have rules and regulations for Business day? The rules and regulations are made for Business day to make sure everything runs smoothly. These rules and regulations are made by the government. The government will be in charge to enforce the rules to every booth in the event. The government will […]

Talent, Failure and Success

“My main objective is to tell you what you don’t know i.e you can do it you are not a failure you are the one don’t let anyone make you feel inferior” A Talent (or gift, or aptitude) is the skill that someone naturally has to do something that is hard. It is an ability […]

Essays

Essays. Who needs them? Honestly I don’t care too much for them. Reading them, its okay. But not as bad as writing them though! I think essays are boring. I don’t say pointless, but they are boring and just a drag to write. If you don’t believe or agree with me, I will give you […]

Hugging Isn't A Crime!

Hugging Isn’t A Crime! By Nigel W. Some of the most strict school rules can also be the most annoying ones. Students all over the United States are getting pounded with enforcement to stop PDA. Just a few weeks ago, I got in trouble for hugging a girl who happens to be my girlfriend and […]

opinion of faith

Opinion of faith! “Does anybody know what the word faith means”? Asked Ms. Johnson. “I think it means when something happens for a reason,” answered Jason. Jason was the shy one in the class. He always answered every question. “That’s right Jason”, responded Ms. Johnson. “Does anybody believe in faith?” “No, I think it is […]

Summer Not Included

What do you think of when you hear “year round school”?Most people come to the conclusion of “school every day, no way” or “ugh, all year school would be horrible,” but the misconception lies there.The truth reveals that year round school schedules and traditional school schedules do not differ greatly.Year round school schedules still follow […]

Looking Back

This school year has been my freshman year and the first of my high school career. It had its ups and its downs. The sports that I have played were my favorite part by being basically year round with hardly any breaks. It can get tiring, but is always fun. Schoolwork has been the burden […]

The Worst Word in the English Dictionary

Homework is one of the most dreaded words in the english dictionary. Parents, teachers and students all cringe at the sound of it. Nobody likes doing it, grading it, or having to deal with their kids terrible moods. Homework eats up everyones time at night or in the afternoon. On top of that students have […]

Tupac's Argument

Some people think Tupac is a bad person because of his appearance or what they heard about him and his mother .His mother was addicted to drugs, but also was a black panther. Most people think drug addict kids are going to be drop out’s or be apart of gangs but, Tupac Shakur actually went […]

College Isn't the Only Option

So much pressure is put on high school graduates to go to college. There is an air around it that if you don’t go then you’re lazy and a failure, but that’s not true. College isn’t the only option. Many graduates believe that college is the only path to a happy life, but there are […]

Teachers Free Essay

Teachers shouldn’t yell at us for talking if we’re not doing work. I mean, come on, is it really that serious? They should yell at us if we’re being way to loud, not just calmly talking. We should be able to discuss our feelings towards the subject we learned. Besides, I think talking in class […]

Of High School Naps

You stayed up late the night before finishing a project. Now you’re sitting in class, and try as you will, you cannot possibly focus on the lecture. Remember when there was a portion of every day dedicated to nap-time in kindergarten? You probably had trouble shutting your eyes then. Now, when you lift your sleepy […]

Single Sex Education

Single-sex education; it’s hard, it starts gender stereotyping, it makes everything worse. One reason is, evidence shows that the girls don’t allow other girls to do science because they would be a tomboy. Furthermore, boys can’t do hybrid academics or yoga anything light or they would be considered a nerd. Stereotyping it just makes no […]