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is to help me get a degree which would allow me to increase the level of my education which then allow me to make more money

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I completely agree with you about how schools help you shape your future and help you get a job and many opportunities in the long run. I also agree that meeting new friends can be very exciting!- Julia

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What worries me is the inequality and unfairness between students. I worry that in school people can get unequal opportunities because of their race or gender. I also worry about students getting made fun of because of their appearance, what they wear, etc. -Julia

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What worries me is the inequality and unfairness between students. I worry that in school people can get unequal opportunities because of their race or gender. I also worry about students getting made fun of because of their appearance, what they wear, etc. -Julia

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What excites me about school is it helps prepare me for my future life, and helps me get a job in the real world. I believe if you work hard in school you gain more opportunities such as good jobs, a good scholarship, and good knowledge to know stuff in life. School is also exciting because you get to meet new peers and friends along the way. - Julia

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What excites me about school is it helps prepare me for my future life, and helps me get a job in the real world. I believe if you work hard in school you gain more opportunities such as good jobs, a good scholarship, and good knowledge to know stuff in life. School is also exciting because you get to meet new peers and friends along the way. - Julia

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The purpose of school is to help students with their education and to help them gain knowledge in subjects they lack knowledge in. School helps you grow up in the real world and give you opportunities to get a job someday. School helps students develop social skills, communication skills, problem solving etc. -Julia 

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The purpose of school is to help students with their education and to help them gain knowledge in subjects they lack knowledge in. School helps you grow up in the real world and give you opportunities to get a job someday. School helps students develop social skills, communication skills, problem solving etc. -Julia 

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the aims of a school in a democratic society is to be very diverse and everyone to be treated equally -Julia

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the aims of a school in a democratic society is to be very diverse and everyone to be treated equally -Julia

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In response to Oumou, I agree with this fear of the cost of school in debt. The fear is that failing courses will hinder the ability to keep going. I, too, have that fear because this is a major topic of conversation in my family and among the people who help me pay for school. This puts an immense amount of pressure on someone that only wants to do good.

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What worries me is also what excites me, as mentioned in my previous post. I am worried that I won't be able to get through tough schooling and won't be able to accomplish my dreams. Sometimes this is worrying because I think that i could be setting my standards pretty high but it also gives me peace of the situation

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Something that excites me is my future. I am in college to learn about myself, my individuality, and where I want to be in the next 5 years. As scary as that sounds, it pushes me and excites me that I am building a future for myself and in school I can do that. This scariness of the future allows me to grow and change. School is pushing me to do better things and helps me figure out exactly what I want to do and what I should learn

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The point of school is to get ready for the outside world initially. Each step of schooling is completely different and provides different educational factors. For example, elementary school is where we learn basic human prompts. Colors, simple numbers. It is also where we learn how to be human—interacting with our classmates, developing into different individuals, and learning how to be our own person. In middle and high school, people learn what they like and dislike about people, maybe career choices, and how they want to grow up and start to figure out the life they want to live. It teaches us that we can do whatever we want if we set our minds to it. College and beyond are highly specific. Professors and people perceive that we are our own selves, and no one is holding anyone else's hands. You are free to either excel or fall. This is probably the hardest point because you learn there is no one else to help you but yourself and you do what you want with that information.

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Hi Glendys! I agree with you about your concerns. Some teachers can be very harsh and it plays a great role what professor/teacher you have. It is very stressful when you are treated badly in class. It can completely ruin your studying on a particular subject.

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Hi Rhea! I agree with you that the exciting thing about schools that we can learn something new everything. I also want to add that it is not only about learning from teachers or professors but also your friends. People around you can help a lot and teach you something you did not know or understand. I'm happy for you that you are enjoying your classes and professors and so do I! I'm very excited about learning more for my future.

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To be honest, there are a few things that worry me about schools. Concerns about schools frequently center on problems including educational inequality, difficulty about making new friends, leaving my comfort zone, judgment from the outside due to misunderstanding. of the subject, a lack of resources, and difficulties in making adjustments for changing student needs. It is imperative that these issues are resolved in order to guarantee that all pupils receive an effective and equal education in schools.

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The most exciting thing is the way that schools use education to shape the future makes them fascinating. The dynamic atmosphere, meeting new different people who can be your friends for the whole life, variety of educational opportunities, and room for intellectual and personal development make schools exciting and vital establishments.

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I believe that education, which promotes critical thinking, intellectual growth, and the acquisition of skills necessary for people to make significant contributions to society, is the main goal of schools. In addition to teaching academic subjects, schools are essential for character development, socializing, and preparing students for future obstacles in their personal and professional lives. They help to create the kind of capable, well-rounded citizens that communities and society need to advance.

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Hi Derek, I also agree with you on gun violence as this has become scary in our lives today and we don't know what could happen in the future. Also as a physical education teacher, I am worried about myself in the future because our environment isn't safe anymore at schools. Schools really do have so much to offer and it is truly sad that we have to worry about gun violence.

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Many things worry me about schools such as grades and thinking about my future. As most students worry about their grades, what colleges they are thinking about, and what they are going to do with their future is a very stressful situation. Being in an environment like school can also worry many students as they may not think they fit in which can be very stressful. Many students lack the actual learning part of school and may focus on other things that are not as important. Social media and bullying also play a huge role in schools today which students may worry about. Also, just the workload that teachers give students and being able to use time management properly can be a huge challenge.

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What excites me about school is being able to have freedom and being able to learn and socialize with others. I think these are all beneficial for everyone in a school environment. Being able to learn skills, do activities after school, meet new friends, have freedom outside of the home, prepare, for a future, and become an adult is very exciting for many students.

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The point of school is to provide students with education and this can help them in the future with jobs and other things they are interested in. Schools teach students many things like learning to be independent, becoming an adult, learning new skills, learning academics and socially. These are all great benefits that schools provide in our society today. Being a part of a school is like being a part of a community where everyone thinks, learns and helps each other. There are many outcomes when it comes to learning in a school like English, math, social studies, science, gym, music, and other classes you can take that you are interested in. They also have sports, clubs, and activities after school that can help a student become more active in your school.

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Hi Antonella! I agree with your response, I do find myself feeling pressured if a student does understand a topic better than I do, it also becomes very challenging trying to memorize and recall certain information that is all thrown at you at once.

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What worries me about school is that some children are unable to receive certain academic possibilities than others. I also am worried that most institutions don't teach children basic life skills.I remember going from middle to high school was difficult because I lacked basic social skills.

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What excites me about school is being able to learn something new everday. I enjoy learning from my peers and professors, I also find exciting is that the criteria is preparing me for my future career.

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The purpose of school is to ensure that every student develops their greatest potential so that they can live artistic and moral lives, as well as leading and learning from others.

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Hi Alannah, I completely agree with your "Point of School" post. Not everyone realizes the importance of socialization within schools, and the ability to find what truly excites a student. The exposure to different cultures and ways of life is what school does so beautifully; bringing different sides of the community together to understand one another. This helps shape students into open-minded, curious, and accepting adults. without a conducive and supportive environment, a student can be hindered or even disregarded which is what we, as educators, strive to prevent.

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One aspect that worried me about the education system is the inequities and biased perspectives of the faculty and staff of a school. This prevents students from being seen and heard within their communities and classes, promoting isolation within the education system.

This, as well as the high and possibly unrealistic standards we hold the students at. Not every child learns the same way, at the same speed.  Holding each student to the same expectations will result in heightened feelings of anxiety and stress for students.

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What worries me the most in the school system is exclusion. The school systems have come a long way and have progressed for the better in so many ways however, I still worry for the students who may feel left out at times in school. Whether it’s because of religion, race, the financial status of their family, or because of bullying, it’s a horrible thing for a child to experience.

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The most exciting aspect of education, for me, would be the idea that a school is a foundation for any child to be the person they want to be. Given the proper knowledge and opportunity, our students will be able to strive for greatness, in and out of the classroom. With the right teachers, community, and mindset, these students can stand up for what they believe in, and follow any passion they may have.

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The purpose of schools within a democratic society is to promote creativity and effective ways of understanding general education courses. If we, as teachers, can get our students to the state standards with the most effective methods for each student, we have done our job well. Although students deserve to learn at their own pace, superintendents and state requirements may hinder or even make the situation worse. There may be multiple requirements based on a student's age and grade, but students should be a top priority, not standards. Each child learns differently, and that should be recognized more frequently within the classroom.

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What excites me the most is the endless possibilities. In school, theres so much to learn, so many different topics to discover. There is a never ending possibility to learn something new and I love that about school. In most High Schools, there are tons of different classes that teach about different things.

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I think school is very significant in a child’s life. In my opinion, its not just acedemically where the child excells but often times, school is where a child finds themself. In the generic school system, a child is placed randomly amongst a wide variety of students who come from all different types of homes and backgrounds. Children in school have the opportunity to expose themselves to things they would never be able to at home. I think children being in school at a young age is very important for their character build and for the type of person they eventually grow into.

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Hi Amelie! I agree with you in terms of technology. These upcoming generations are consumed by technology. For them technology is everywhere. When I was growing up, I spent most of my time playing outside with my friends, and the kids nowadays are stuck to their iphones and ipads.

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In the education system today, there are a few things that worry me. The time is one of them. Because children do not pay attention in those classrooms, I believe early morning classes should not be offered. Being awake so early drains the brain cognitively. Due to likely impaired brain function, students won't pay full attention to their studies at that time.

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What excited me about school is that opportunity to meet new people and to explore. Once I get really engrossed by a certain topic, I just want to keep gaining more knowledge on that subject more and more. That is the beauty of school.

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In our democratic society today, the purpose of schools is to educate the upcoming generations about the history of the world, about open minded beliefs, about world politics, and about life. The bigger picture is to offer students education that can help transform their lives for the better. Schools give students opportunity.

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Hey Francesca, I agree with how you say that the amount of stress that students are put under is something that is worrying. I feel that I can relate to that myself as well. I also agree that schools are meant to help students find themselves and build who they are.

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What worries me about the schooling system is that there are some teachers who don't pay enough attention to teaching their students efficiently from which students suffer. The grading system is another thing to worry about because tests do weigh heavier than other assignments and not every student is a good test taker which has a toll on their overall grades.

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What excites me the most about school is the different opportunities one gains through school is exciting as well and learning new things that I didn't know about before and applying it to my life.

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The purpose of schools in a democratic society is to give students a proper education and important knowledge needed to succeed in life. Also, to help prepare them for their lives in the future by helping them gain certain skills like critical thinking or communication skills. Schools are responsible for all students to feel that they are in a safe environment where they can learn to the best of their capacities without having the fear of being judged or discriminated against.

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Hi Ameile,
I appreciate how you not only mentioned how beneficial schools are in providing knowledge to yourself and others but other opportunities. I couldn’t agree more when school is something that makes one grow as an individual and can build and form their character. Though I didn’t write that myself, I definitely agree and wanted to point that out as that is another great way to view how school can improve and affect students lives.

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Something that worries me in the school system is the improper teaching on certain subjects. Whether or not that means it’s an instructor that doesn’t necessarily care to properly inform their students about their society. This could also be something as simple as students that may have trouble understanding whatever is being taught  and them not being provided resources to aid them. This could then lead to a lack of motivation to want to continue learning/understanding whatever topic that comes as a challenge.

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What brings me excitement regarding school, is the possibility and opportunity that coincide with it. Schools can give children great education, therefore preparing them for more advanced forms of learning and occupations. What also brings me excitement and or joy is the more things that people are teaching the youth/students. For a good portion of my life in particular, I was taught sugarcoated parts of history versus the truth. It is important for students to learn the truth about history and etc. so they aren’t ignorant to the world and societies they live in.

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The point of school is to provide new forms of knowledge to students. This can be provided to students of all ages. Not only does school give people basic knowledge on certain subjects and aspects of life, it can enable those to really understand and figure out philosophies and concepts of this world. School not only provides the young basic knowledge, it is the foundation for them to branch off and learn about various things that are present in life, whether that’s law, the human body, education, etc. School not only gives the youth a foundation of knowledge for their upcoming futures, the school atmosphere provides children some sort of structure and discipline. Having to be up and ready to attend school by a certain time 5 times a day, while having assignments that need to be fulfilled by a certain deadline; all provides children a particular  form  of structure and discipline without knowing.

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Hi Nella,

I completely agree with you kids nowadays are very glued onto phones, ipads, and social media apps. Kids hardly ever interact with other children when they’re using technology based of what i’ve seen. They’re given these things at such a young age and personally i think it’s doing a lot of damage to them. Growing up i don’t remember being so stuck on a screen all day and i definitely think this issue will continue on occur if parents don’t limit the amount of use and teach them how to be more interactive with others.

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What worries me most about school is the stress and anxiety that i get from the difficult nursing courses i take and making sure i pass. I also worry  sometimes what if it doesn’t work out with nursing, i put myself in a lot of debt for nothing.

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What excites me the most about school is being able to learn interesting topics about my career and being able to be with my friends. For me, school is not just about the education and learning aspect, it is also about being able to grow as an individual!

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The purpose of school is to provide students with an education to gain knowledge and opportunities so they can thrive. For young students this opens up opportunities since it is the one place where they go to get new life experiences. It also can help you to meet the grades that you need to go further and succeed in life, and it gives you the skills and knowledge that can be accomplished and improved. You can learn more then just basic science, english, social studies or math. Over time students learn how to become more social and they’re able to make new friends, join after school activities, and play sports.

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Hi Emily!
i agree with you about how the tests, especially the NCLEX worries you. I'm also a nursing major and i'm just as terrified bout taking them in the future. Hopefully, it's all in our head and we end up passing them on our first try!

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There are so many things that worry me about school. The most important thing that worries me about continuing my education is the cost and falling in debt. I'm worried that i won't be able to afford it. College is so expensive and i grow to learn that more and more each day.
Another thing that worries me is if i end up unsure about my major or i end up deciding to change it. This worries me because this can lead to me having to take a whole detour and stay in college a lot longer than anticipated and/or cost more.
I'm also worried about the challenges i'm going to face that are really going to test how much i want this degree. I'm hoping that whatever i do, i don't quit.

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What excites me about school are the goals and future plans I'm trying to achieve in life. It's genuinely what keeps me going. Of course, the experiences you have, the things you learn, and the friends you make along the way are all exciting things that happens because of school. But, i'm one who loves to think about the future and envision a specific lifestyle for myself that i'm determined to reach.

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The point of school is to provide students with the basic tools, knowledge, and skills they need to become a successful citizen. You are introduced to various forms/subjects of education, whether it's stem-related, language, history, arts, etc to help you decide on a profession and hone in on those skills to make a living off of it. The point of school is to also introduce you to different kinds of people, thus increasing your communication skills and teaching you how to socialize.

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Hi Carly,

I completely agree with your worries about students losing the ability to interact or communicate with others due to technology. It is really starting show how many kids are becoming very distant with each other because of that, which can also affect them in other ways. Like you said there should be a balance between using technology and actually engaging with someone face to face.

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What worries me about school and education in general is how some students are treated. I've seen many students get treated badly and unjustly by teachers which completely ruins education for the student. There are several aspects about schools that negatively affect the student such as the amount of workload given. Many students are stressed and dealing with their personal issues, and have to stay on top of their school work adding more stress and can burn them out or even lead to having problems with their mental health. There are several more issues with schools that worry me such as bullying and racism not only from students but also from the adults.

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What excites me about school is that you are learning new things and gaining new knowledge, with that knowledge you can apply it into your daily life. There a great teachers that also support you in everything and form a strong bond as you grow. The schools don't only focus on educating but letting the students find their talents in sports or clubs. Schools are also a great opportunity to find your identity and who you would like to have as close friends for the next few years of your life.

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The point of having schools is to educate the present and future generation of students into becoming knowledgeable people in the democratic society we are living in. Schools also give us experience of what exactly the real world is like as well as guiding us into our future and helping us figure out who exactly we want to be in life. The teachers also look out for their students and their needs for them to be successful when learning new things which is very important when they are just starting their education.

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Hi Ava! I agreed with your point when you mentioned that school also prepares you for future tasks, as well as for learning. I also can relate to being worried about not understanding things coming off, especially for tests, but it does help to get in contact with a professor for office hours.

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What worries me about school is how so many children are developing anxiety, depression, or other mental illnesses. Children and teenagers go through so much already and the stress and workload of school can be really overwhelming and hard to maintain. Some teachers seem to not truly care about their students and just pile on work. I have even seen my peers be struggling mentally and on top of it also struggling in their classes because teachers do not understand.

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What excites me about school is how our education systems are becoming more modernized. The school education systems are so important for the children to learn about what is actually going on. It is exciting to see how technology helps our children have classes even when they are not able to meet in person. This is so ideal, so children can continue to be educated and learn more and more.

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The purpose of school is to educate the youth. School is there to shape an individual and prepare them for their future lives and jobs as an adult. All of your experiences in school help you become the person you are today. School teaches you morals, values, education on what is going on in the world, and skills for your daily life. Even starting from kindergarten school teaches you things like sharing to help shape you to be a good individual. Education is so important and without it, we would be clueless and not even know basic knowledge.

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Hi Antonella! I definitely agree with you in what you wrote. Students these days study too memorize, and aren't retaining the information they are learning in school. Peer pressure as well is a concern mine. When it comes to this, it causes students mental health to go down thinking they aren't worth it if they don't fit in or do what everyone else is doing.

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What worries me most about school is the stress that it puts on students. in this day and age, students strive to get perfect grades, and spending majority of their days studying and doing homework for classes. Students are striving to get more of a perfect grade than they do with learning. Students aren't able to obtain knowledge being in so many classes, and overwhelming themselves with work that they done take time to themselves.

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What excites me most is seeing that schools are giving more and more opportunities these days with learning. They offer varieties of classes that students can take, as well as offer classes that satisfy they're interests and possibly what they could be studying in college.

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Dear Derek,
I agree with you. I am afraid about the gun violence that has been going on in our generation. I am scared and concerned on how schools are going to be when we all have kids as well. Nothing can prepare anyone for that sort of experience and it really is so scary.

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Hi Adella,

I cannot emphasize how much I agree with your worries about education. The points you make are often overlooked by people who value business over education or people who have been burnt out by an underfunded broken system. I've seen both sides and often wonder if and how we can make a real change without becoming desensitized or bought.

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The main thing that worries me the most when referring to academic environments is curriculum. Specifically the importance placed upon grades. It seems like our whole lives we've associated good grades with being smart and in turn "worthy". Of course this is to be expected within the confines of school but what about the students who are demoralized? Not just by numbers on paper, but by parents, guardians and teachers that are quick to punish if a student does not meet a standardized expectation. This connects to the institution of schools where now business, such as tuition and programs, take priority over learning.

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The idea of learning excites me. This may sound like an oversimplified response but, when thinking about the gaining of knowledge it excites me because I know that learning something new also means learning that it is not exclusive to the bounds its introduced with. For example, when I first learned about the pythagorean theorem I thought it was just some math law that wouldn't apply to any of my non-academic interests but it is the first thing that pops into my head now when thinking about the fastest way to get somewhere. This application of something learned in an "abstract" situation just further emphasizes how everything cam be connected.

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When thinking about the point of school it is imperative to recognize the skills and lessons taught beyond the view of curriculum. Simple subjects are often used as tools in order to develop critical thinking and social skills. When first developing these skills it is important to introduce ideas at the pace of the student and only then to challenge them in order to further hone and sharpen their "senses".

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Something I'm worried about is the competitiveness of the school atmosphere. This would stress out students and rather than learning, there will be more of memorization. Technology is a huge issue as well which may take away from the learning experience. Technology is both a harmful and helpful tool for learning. Where you can use technology to gain knowledge, you can also use technology for cheating purposes.

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Something that excites me about the future is to help educate students and to get them more prepared than we were. I'm excited to help students gain their voice. In addition, I'm excited to keep learning about new things. The learning experience is never ending and there is always something new to be learning about. There will be new resources for students to use to help gain a deeper understanding on topics.

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The point of school is to be able to allow students to grow their thinking and skills. It is to educate them and allow them to understand that they have a voice in our world. Along with this, schools provide students the basic knowledge of everyday skills such as problem solving and communications. The number one priority of schools has to do with helping a student to understand our real world and help them get ready for it. Teachers are meant to prepare students for the real world experiences.

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Hey Kailee, I agree with everything you said that education is the key in ones growth to what excites and worries you about school. With school benefiting and helping us set up our futures it really is exciting.

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What worries me about school is not doing as well as I should, and not enjoying what I'm learning or doing. Going into every new class I feel as if im always faced with the thought of not enjoying it or not doing well.

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What excites me and has excited me for years about school is learning interestingly new information, facts, and teaching methods. School, for me, has always been a playground of one's personal identity and growth, from growing up with other students and seeing who they become to learning a new way of education whilst entering college. School excites me as it is my opportunity to achieve my goals and dreams, I enjoy meeting new people and professors as well as having opportunities to expand my horizons.

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The point of school is to provide students the opportunity of a well-rounded education, provided with the skills, experience, and knowledge from a school system. School is a place where all students should be accepted to show who they really are, with the provided tools become whoever they aspire to be, and with that school is of utmost importance to ones personal growth.

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Hi Marlenie I completely agree when it comes to having so many test it can be very overwhelming and can cause so much anxiety. Having to keep up with everything plus studying for exams are varying overwhelming.

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Hi Derek, I fully agree with you that schools are to prepare students to become contributing members of society. I think it is also important to consider that schools provide a form discipline as they learn to obey rules, complete assignments, think critically, etc.

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What worries me about school is the potential negatives of advancing technology. While these skills may be beneficial in the future, technology may hinder the prior standards of education. Additionally, the inequalities and limited resources across schools also worries me as students are not provided with the same opportunities.

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What excites me about school is that it provides a comfortable environment for students to explore different subjects, work together with peers or teachers, and participate in clubs, sports, and other activities.

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The point of school is to provide the necessary knowledge and skills in order for students to succeed in future life. It also leads students on a disciplined path by promoting both intellectual and social development.

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Hi Ellie R!,
I agree with you 100%. I love going to classes because of my major too! It just makes everything more exciting especially when you are doing a major that you really love doing.

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What worries me is the tests and passing my classes that I am going to have to take to become a nurse. The NCLEX basically determines if I am able to become a nurse. It scares me because I hate taking test and If I fail I am going to be devestated.

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I am excited to be educated enough to become a nurse. I decided to forward my education and go to college to become a nurse so therefore one day I will be able to save lives. I am so excited to learn and be able to learn all the aspects of being a nurse and be able to have a successful future

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The point of schools if for children and adults to get a good education. It also allows children to build relationships, friendships, and social skill by being around other people. It also prepares children for their futures so that they will be happy and stable and be able to live.

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The point of school is for students just like us to find themselves, and to educate and build as a person. School is something that helps to educate us to go into the real world someday, giving us knowledge we wouldn't learn about unless we were in the classes we take today. The point of school as well is for students to be able to express themselves as to who they are and what their passions are, and the topics they like to study too.

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Hi Paige,
I agree with you it's not good if children have a negative relationship with school and it should be a safe space. It's important for schools to really care about children's mental health and well being and step in to make sure they feel supported. It will really hurt students' learning if they can't get support for their personal problems.

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Going with what I said excites, on the flip side, it also worries me that there are some schools who refuse to teach diversity even though that's the current climate we live in. Diversity is the norm, but some people act like it's not. Another thing that worries me is standardized testing. I feel like a lot of people are put at a disadvantage when everyone is put on the same testing standards, because not everyone comes from the same education background or have the same resources to compared fairly.

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What excites me most is that diversity and inclusion (in my opinion) is the best it's ever been. Whether it's racial, LGBTQ, or religious, I feel like so many parts of this country are embracing our differences. I feel like the future generations are just going to be even more accepting as time goes on. I think children are learning to advocate for themselves and others and it makes me hopeful for our future.

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The purpose of school in a democratic society is to provide children with a well rounded education that exposes them to many different subjects. We should teach the future generations about the past to make sure that history doesn't repeat itself. We should make sure that it's an inclusive environment where all types of thinking, learning, and being are accepted and valued. Schools should also teach skills like reading and math to set up kids to learn for the rest of their lives. It also gives kids a place to socialize, which is so important. They learn life lessons like respecting others and sharing.

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Hi Ariana,
I agree with you in the fact that schools today are becoming extremely stressful environments. At a very young age, kids are being bombarded with exams and pressure from teachers to perform very well. I see my cousins who are in third grade writing essays and stressing to study for big math or english tests. I feel like it is becoming too competitive and the pressure should be eased from younger students who should be having more fun.

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What worries me about today is the fact that that our generation has merged with technology. Modern technology has both very positive and very negative aspects to it. Technology is causing students to communicate less and less with each other, which will compromise key social skills in the future. Technology also lowers the need for memorization as everything is accessible through a computer or phone.

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What excites me about school is that everyday I have a chance to learn something new and grow. I also look forward to collaborating with my peers and socializing with everyone around me. I see myself using information and topics learned in school in my everyday life, which makes me look forward to learning even more.

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The purpose of school in a democratic society is to prepare students to become fully functional members of society. School is a mini society on its own, with group activities and classrooms with many people. School also prepares students to face real world problems with the subjects they learn about in school. While not all subjects are directly important to a students career or interests, all subjects have an application in the real world. Therefore, the schooling system combines both the educational and collaborative aspects to mentally and also physically prepare students for the real world.

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Hi Janet,

I agree with you that the purpose of school is to help children develop so that they can live their lives to their full capability. I agree that school is very important in the development of students. Lastly, I agree that a well educated person is not only book smart, but smart in other ways too, such as socially, emotionally, street-smart, etc.

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Although school is a place of learning and opportunities, there are some circumstances that can completely destroy this experience. Bullying is one of the worst issues, as some students' mental health are ruined by mean words or actions that bullies do. School has also become more frightening to attend due to upcoming gun violence. Students should not have to go to school worrying whether they will leave alive or not. Schools are also beginning to understand mental health more, however, school can be a difficult challenge from those who suffer from mental disorders; especially when teachers and student peers don't understand.

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School can be very exciting once you step back and look at the big picture. At school, students are able to make lifelong friends that can stay as a system of support. Students are able to surround themselves with knowledge and students that fit their interests and learn more. Students can also create meaningful bonds with their teachers/professors, another vital part of social development. It excites me how school has so many opportunities for students!

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The point of school is more than just educating a child, it also helps children develop socially and emotionally with others. Students connect with their peers and are able to form social groups, a critical step in social development. Besides the social and emotional benefits, school develops students' brains to push them towards a successful future. Students learn a mix of subjects to understand the world around them, and then can chose what they want to do in the future based off their knowledge.

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Karina i agree with you that it is cause for worry because schools are so reliant on technology. i feel as tho they should go towards more of a hands on approach

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what worries me about school is how kids struggle with social aspect theses days a lot due to the technology. kids struggle to make connections without tech.

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things that excite me is about school is how much knowlage i can learn and all the different ways i can learn. Also how much learning can help my future.

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the aim of schools in democratic society is to educate children and help them develop so they can continue their lives after school to the fullest cable they can. School also provides children with social skills they will need in the future. getting an education is so important to children who's brains are still developing. School is required by the government for children. according to me i think well educated is someone who is not only book smart but is smart in other ways then profesional

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Karina, I agree with you with the technology aspect because as much as technology offers us almost any type of knowledge and has been proven to be useful, its also harmful to young minds because of the dependency they have. Almost every child now has a form of technology which doesnt allow them to experience real life learning or hands on learning.