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1) Does social media ruin relationships?

I personally think it does. There is so much posted online about "7 signs your partner is cheating" and it will be stuff as simple as not responding to a text within 1 hour. Sometimes people are busy and cannot respond immediately. Additionally, you do not have to be talking to your partner 24/7/365 to have a healthy relationship. Forcing pessimistic thoughts into the heads of people can cause them to worry, which in turn can cause them to overthink and destroy their relationship that was perfectly fine before. I think social media has its positives but when it comes to relationship advice, I strongly recommend staying away. I think one way you could approach researching this is by looking at statistics of failed relationships before and during the times of social media. You could also look at news reports or interviews of people who have been strongly affected by social media and how they are without it.

2) Should the NFL require players with a concussion history to wear guardian caps?

I think the NFL should after a certain amount or the severity of previous concussions. Players such as Dolphins QB Tua Tagovailoa (26) have suffered multiple hard concussions at young ages which can drastically alter their head state. Repeated blows to the head can cause Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy (CTE), which is a degenerative disease that can cause memory loss, blurry vision, and slurred speech. Players such as Luke Kuechly and Antonio Brown have been forced out of the NFL due to health issues surrounding CTE, and it is a shame to see so many players retire young due to injury. Guardian caps are foam pads that are added to the outside of the helmet to prevent hard hits and have proven to decrease the number of concussions. A way you could approach researching this data is looking at other players who have retired early due to head trauma or the statistics of guardian caps and how effective they are.

3) Does rap music with obscene language influence younger generations to break the law or to develop harmful habits?

I think it does, but not as much as some people think. I personally enjoy rap, and I do not think about going out and participating in gang violence after listening to my favorite Kendrick Lamar album. A good amount of rap songs are a piece of art that have a deeper story behind the lyrics, some examples of this are in some of Childish Gambino and Kendrick Lamar's songs. However, some rappers only rap about drugs and guns because they think it's cool and that gang life is the life they want to be a part of. If they want to be a part of that life then that is up to them, but I do not think parents should allow young children to listen to songs about mass genocide just because it "has cool beats". I think a way you could approach this would be to look at data trends of convicted teens and compare them to data trends of teens listening to explicit rap.

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1. Lowering the drinking age in the US to 18

By lowering the drinking age citizens will be able to drink in restaurants and bars instead of drinking in unsupervised places which leads to more dangerous activities.

By the time 60% of people are 18, they have had at least one alcoholic drink. 32% of 18-20-year-olds admitted to alcohol consumption, according to the 2020 National Survey on Drug Use and Health.

By lowering the legal age of alcohol consumption it takes the thrill out of breaking the law to get a drink. People are scientifically proven to want what they can't have more than what they can.

At the age of 18, you become a legal adult in the United States therefore you are charged as an adult in court, able to vote, buy a gun, get married, and get drafted into the military.

2. The effect of sports on the mental health of students

How it affects their academic performance

Student-athletes have enormous amounts of pressure put on them to be perfect in many different aspects of life

They have to juggle many different things (sports, academics, jobs, social life, etc.)

2. All companies should offer paternity leave

The father should be able to help the mother after she gives birth

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The impact social media has on relationships. I believe that social media has a negative impact on any relationship. It is a distraction and makes anyone more self aware of themselves, and others. Many people are so endorsed with social media they fail to live in the now which brings a negative impact to family. What is the psychological factor from social media, that draws such a negative impact to a person and their relationships?

Should schools get rid of homework and is homework beneficial to students. I believe schools lack homework especially in middle school and high school. I believe homework sets students for success and helps them develop responsibility, and a sense of self discipline they need later in life. Why do schools not enforce homework anymore?

Should mental health be taught in school to bring awareness. I believe that mental health should be taught in schools as a mandatory class. It is something that still many students and young people do not quite understand and understanding mental health can benefit everyone. Why is mental health not taught in schools?

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1. The negative effects of social media on mental health

ex.1 seeing idealized images of others lives and only being exposed to the edits and handpicked parts of ones live can lead to feelings of not being good enough or feeling like there is something wrong with your own life. this can eventually lead to depression, anxiety, etc.

ex.2 cyberbullying is a big issue and is only increasing and can severely effect ones mental health

ex. 3 Addiction to social media is a becoming a bigger problem in the world its gotten to the point where it can take over your whole life and cause stress

2. smoking should be banned in all public places

ex1. Health risks for non smokers because of second hand smoke

ex2. can cause respiratory issues for others, heart disease, and cancer

ex3. if we were to ban smoking in public places it might reduce smoking rates in general and create heathier and cleaner enviroments.

3. Education systems should be focusing more on practical skills rather than academic knowledge.

ex1. practical skills are going to prepare us for careers and hand on experience.

ex.2 help with adaptability and prepared for the real world

ex.3 for example, taxes, time management, stuff we actually need to know for a successfull future. Not y=mx+b.

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1. Middle School students should be required to take either Band or Choir in 6th grade.

It is scientifically proven that people benefit academically from interacting with music, more so when you are the one making it.

Interest in the Arts is lacking as is, and this would help grow the numbers of those taking Arts classes.

It can help build strong friendships and lifelong memories, as well as boost confidence.

I am interested in learning what others think about this topic.

2. Community College should be free for all citizens.

This would provide opportunities for those who already can hardly afford to go to community college.

Would provide more job opportunities with higher pay ranges, eventually lessening poverty significantly.

3. Therapy should be free to those under 18

Children who are abused often have lifelong trauma and mental illnesses/disorders.

If counseling is made readily available to children, these issues could be significantly lessened and allow them to lead better lives as adults.

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1) Is brain rot a passion or a cancer for the youth?

In recent years, abstract social media forms such as memes have been overturned. This recent upturn of generational memes, based on the oversaturation of media circulating, is the ironic downfall of artificial intelligence and human nature in general. This begs the question of who started this movement of this deserved yet soulless mockery. Why did this uprising even begin? Where is this humor going to direct the trivial culture that is progressing or failing American values?

2) Has the American spirit of rugged individualism become obsolete?

With the ever-longing questions of inflation, economic shifts, and the broadening of American values, there is an ominous topic of whether it is going to even be possible to be a stable individual in the distant or near future.

3) Is AI art making human art irrelevant?

Alongside the development of the physical development in technology, AI, and machinery, is the quintessential role of an artist or a creator outdated? This question can be seen through the opinions of artists, big businesses, and the possible future morals of the economy.

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1. Making CPR classes free for people under the age of 18

Allows students to understand the basics of life support

Can give students prerequisites for certain classes or jobs who are financially unstable

2. Schools having mental health awareness

Promotes students to seek help with mental issues

Helps students not feel alone

Can help students identify issues

3. Why driving instructors should be more strict

Many instructors worry about passing rates pushing unsafe drivers into the world

More skills testing to ensure that they can be effective

Drive with a variety of vehicles to show the differences in each

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1) Should the United States Continue to Recognize Taiwan?

I chose this topic because the issue between China and Taiwan has been going on since the Chinese Civil War in 1927. I believe we still should, even if it continues to weaken relations with China, it is the U.S.'s responsibility to recognize and protect other democratic countries. I plan to find my research on the Library of Congress website.

2) Should there be an international-wide dismantling and banning of nuclear arms?

I chose this topic because the threat of nuclear arms has plagued the world for too long. Nuclear weapons have been limited with the START treaties, but the threat of mass destruction is still out there. If an organization was created that regulated other countries, I believe the dismantling of nuclear arms would be very beneficial to the world. My research would be from the United Nations Office of Disarmament Affairs website.

3) Is the Use of AI Art Making Traditional Art Obsolete?

I chose this topic because I enjoy the arts and don't want them to fissile out because of robots. I believe even with the advancements in AI art, humans will prevail and traditional art will still be the norm. Many artists believed with the introduction of photography, traditional painting would become useless, but artists just created styles photography couldn't copy. I will use the National Institutes of Health website for my research.

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1. Why jealousy isn't attractive and why society thinks it is.

Hook: “Jealousy is often romanticized in movies and songs as a sign of passion, but is it truly desirable in relationships?”

Thesis: Despite society’s portrayal of jealousy as a sign of love, it is inherently unattractive because it signals insecurity, erodes trust, and promotes unhealthy relationship dynamics.

2. Whos the GOAT: Michael Jordan or LeBron James

Hook: In the world of basketball, no debate ignites more passion than the question: Who is the greatest of all time, Michael Jordan or LeBron James?

Thesis: While both players have made unparalleled contributions to basketball, Michael Jordan’s cultural impact, dominance in his era, and perfect Finals record give him the edge in the GOAT conversation.

3. Religion: a force for good or evil in the world?

Hook: From fostering compassion to providing hope, religion has shaped human civilization in profound ways.

Thesis: Despite its controversial history, religion remains a force for good in the world, promoting moral frameworks, community building, and compassion

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1) Standardized testing should remain optional in the college admissions process.

These tests will negatively impact a student's confidence academically.

They are not an accurate predictor of the amount of success a student would have on a campus.

Most importantly standardized testing does not measure intelligence, but it can measure wealth because a wealthy family would be more likely to better prep their child than one in a lower-income household.

Negatively impact public school funding as in if a school is not reaching a certain ¨grade¨ their funding will be cut.

2) Book Banning

Book banning is a form of censorship, which practically goes against our First Amendment rights.

Book banning restricts students from exposure to different perspectives and learning how to handle those differences.

Decreases students' engagement with reading.

3) Prisons should offer incarcerated people education opportunities.

May be less likely to go back to prison with more education.

Give a little more job opportunities for when they get out of prison.

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1. Honor student stress and the double standard of the advanced learning path. Both public and private education for k-12 students is rapidly improving and the impact of this privilege on students is one that is often ignored or reproached by adults and their peers. I believe that modern students, especially in high school, are facing increased pressure and work loads of college , but not the same respect or consideration. I chose this because I have been noticing a trend of deteriorating mental health over school work both personally and via social media. I currently believe that this is a pressing issue. I would need to look at health websites to observe trends in student mental health and overall contentment. Some people would suggest that students sign up for the classes and any stress is self inflicted, however I believe that that is only half of the problem.

2. Increasing illiteracy rates in America. To combat the growing issue of illiteracy, school boards are implementing scripted daily lectures into lower grade levels, which are having an adverse effect, taking the fun and creativity out of lessons and causing teachers to loose passion for their jobs. I have experienced children that I have met and work by younger individuals with poor grammar and comprehension, as well as complaints by teachers working in the Gloucester school system. I believe that the illiteracy rates are alarming, however I strongly hold that the scripted lessons are harmful and restrictive. I would need to look for recent reports of both success and satisfaction from school systems that have adopted these teaching methods. It could be argued that this lesson plan helps prevent off topic or difficult to understand lessons, however I believe it has the opposite effect.

3. Why a majority of schooling is a waste of time. Most of what students learn in their later high school years is filler leading up to graduation and college applications. Specialized schools and career options should be presented to students earlier so that they can explore what their interests are and better use their time instead of studying in a class they had to take to get a credit that they will have no use for later. I think this would be an interesting topic to explore because I have found myself struggling with this concept in recent years. I currently believe that the amount of material students have to memorize, only to dump out of their brains after a test, is alarming and that there is a better way to transition from schools to the workplace. I would need to look at the difference between trade school success and that of universities and how efficient/sufficient graduates feel their education was. It could be argued that it helps students become proficient in many different areas, however I believe this could be accomplished in a much shorter time.

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1. Are American history classes biased?

In the current public education system the government decides what is taught. But is that information intentionally biased to make the government seem more favorable? I personally believe it is in many aspects. Articles such as “The Greatest Battle in History” by Grace Tatter in Harvard Education Magazine support this argument.

2. Do college degrees hold any truthful value in modern day society?

With the rise of individuals attending and graduating from post-secondary institutions, have college degrees started to become obsolete? In certain aspects I agree, having a degree does increase your chances of higher paying jobs, but there is also supply and demand for the degree in different career fields. Sources such as Are College Degrees Becoming Obsolete by Andrew Hanson on the Strada Education Foundation provide meaningful insight on this argument.

3. Do younger generations have any truthful role in politics, or is it controlled by older generations?

It seems the people in power stay in power no matter their age in American politics, so do the younger generations have any truthful input? It is my opinion that the younger generations do have a role, but are dissuaded from participating in politics due to dissatisfaction with the status quo. Sources such as Young Voters Have Growing Power, but Broken Politics Leave Them ‘Fatalistic,’ Studies Find by Edward Lempinen on the UC Berkeley Research website supports this argument.

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1 - Should we stop using the electoral college? I chose this topic because it's relevant this year. I personally think we don't need to stop using the electoral college entirely. I do however think it needs some sort of reform. It's mostly stagnated for 200 years and a few changes might satisfy its critics. To research this I think examining petitions to end the electoral college is a good idea. They give you an idea of the arguments this question creates.

2 - Should social media be limited to only people of a certain age? I chose this topic because recently parents have become vocal about their concerns that young kids are getting addicted to social media. In my opinion social media should be limited to people under 16 years of age. I believe this because it's very easy for kids to become addicted to things like social media. Social media works in similar ways to addictive substances. Those are banned from young kids, so why is this any different? To find evidence I'd look into news articles that cover this topic.

3 - Should community colleges have free tuition? I believe they should have free tuition so that more people can attend them. Many want to learn but can't afford to. So I believe we should offer free tuition for community colleges to offer people more options. Making these free wouldn't even lose too much money as the 4 year universities earn plenty. To gather evidence I'd look at articles which cover this topic from both sides of this debate.

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Is privitiving outer space a positive endevor?

The privization of Nasa and space exploration is a complex matter that I chose because I wanted to delve deeper into the research of this topic. I personally feel that Nasa is incredibly useful to the public, providing significant scientific research and discoveries that may not be as easily accomplished if privated. I also feel that it is important to take care of our planet, before exploring options of inhabiting others (Mars for example).  I would love to look into the counter arguments towards this topic, and see if there truly are benefits to priviating exploration, and the possibility of life on mars.

Should schools incorporate life skills into their curriculum?

I personally always wished we offered some sort of home ec class, due to the fact that it teaches vital life skills that students will carry into their adulthood. If schools had a mandatory class or instruction that taught skills such as cooking, housekeeping, and child development ultimately students will feel more prepared and maybe learn new things that they did not get taught at home. I can see the challenges with the possibility of such a complicated course, and I would like to further inspect the reasoning for getting rid of home ec.

Is family vlogging unethical?

Family vlogging, something that has completely taken over platform such as youtube in recent years has since flown under the radar for the amount of unethical incidents and adversting involved in the video logs or “vlogs”. I would like to consider other arguments against this issue, but I do feel very strongly against it.

Ruby franke case

Jesika Jones case

So many more!!

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1. The cost of Domestic Adoption should be lower.

The cost of Domestic Adoption should be significantly lowered, or ideally free like adoption through foster care.

Although adoption through a private agency provides extensive legal procedures to ensure the safety and legality of the adoption, the high costs associated with it dissuade possible parents from using that method of adoption.

The children who age out of the domestic adoption system must face life alone as vulnerable young adults, and often encounter homelessness.

2. Young children (10>) should not have access to social media.

Social media largely influences anxiety, insecurity, and impulsivity in young adults, and could have worse affects on younger audiences.

Having access to unregulated content could expose children to issues like anxiety and depression from viewing explicit/inappropriate content.

Children could overindulge in social media, which could eventually lead to social media addiction at young ages.

3. Public school boards should not have the authority to ban books and literature for students.

Banning access to any form of press is a direct offense of the 1st Amendment, regardless of righteous intent.

Restricted access to books limits students' opportunities to learn.

Banning books offends the work of the literary community and provides a poor example to students of what said community can provide for the world.

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Topic 1: The Benefits of Medical Cannabis
Medical cannabis has gained increasing attention in recent years due to its potential to treat various conditions like chronic pain, anxiety, epilepsy, and even certain types of cancer. I’ve chosen this topic because of its growing use in both traditional and alternative medical settings, and because the legal landscape surrounding cannabis continues to evolve in many places.
Current Position:
I currently support the use of medical cannabis for patients who suffer from medical conditions, mental or physical, where traditional treatments may be insufficient or harmful. While I recognize that there is still some debate regarding the full extent of its benefits, I believe that with proper regulation and oversight, medical cannabis can serve as a legitimate and valuable treatment option.
Topic 2: The issue of physician-assisted death

(PAD) is a highly controversial and ethical topic. With the growing interest in end-of-life care and individual autonomy, I’ve chosen to explore whether PAD should be legalized across all U.S. states. This is a topic that resonates with me, especially in the context of personal freedom, compassion, and the rights of individuals to make decisions about their own lives and bodies.
Current Position:
I believe physician-assisted death should be legal in all U.S. states for terminally ill patients who are experiencing unbearable suffering. I feel that, in these situations, individuals should have the right to make a decision about how and when they want to die, with the guidance and support of their physician. However, I am aware that concerns about potential abuse and the need for strict regulations are key aspects to consider.

Topic 3: How the Justice System Fails in Rape Cases

Current Position:

I believe that the justice system in many countries, including the U.S., does not do a good job on addressing the realities of rape cases. Too often, survivors are subjected to secondary trauma through intrusive cross-examination, invasive questioning, or disbelief by law enforcement and courts. The system benefits the accused due to the high burden of proof required for conviction, leaving many rapists free from accountability. Additionally, the rape culture and widespread misconceptions about sexual assault further perpetuate the systemic issues that plague these cases. For example, the burden of proof often unfairly shifts to the survivor, with questions about their behavior or clothing instead of focusing solely on the actions of the accused. This approach undermines the survivors' credibility and leads to cases being dismissed or resulting in very low conviction rates.

I also believe that there needs to be more support for survivors throughout the legal process. For example, advocates for survivors should be present during legal proceedings, and survivors should have access to counseling and legal support to navigate the often intimidating and retraumatizing criminal justice process.

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1) Should English classes really be taught to native speakers? I definitely think it should but where's the fun in not arguing. Since most Americans speak English, we learn through action and gain experience with our language. So unlike foreigners and non-speakers native Americans should choose to take the class more so as an elective.

2) Should America rely less on chemically altered food? Chemically altered food can mean anything from specific breeding with chemical nutrients through growth, or just a plain outrageous amount of chemicals such as herbicides, pesticides, antibiotics, and neurotoxins. Chemicals layed on the food to keep bugs away and grow the plant comparably to trenbolone acetate in cows. I myself just like eating normal farm raised food without chemical alteration due to a difference in taste, digestion, and natural abundance being better and plentiful.

3) Is our generation filled with blind followers? I definitely think our generation has lost any sense of individual thought. With the outrageous amount of mental health claims and identity switches within the past four years, it isn't a shocking idea to have. With degeneracy online being unrestricted, and disgusting imagery being allowed on live news broadcasts or during parades, our generation somehow thinks it to be wonderful. With online connections through Tik-Tok, Instagram, Snapchat, X, or even Facebook now, we can simply look around and see those we call friends follow what's currently popular. Not to say mental health isn't an issue, but overblown and under cared for so the attention is always on it.

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Voting age: I think that the voting age should be lowered to 16, because by the time you turn 16, the elected president will impact the most important years of your up-in-coming adulthood. By the time you are 16, You have already learned lots about politics and you have had time to consider the pros and cons of different candidates. Perhaps, if one would disagree with me on this topic, instead of rebuking it, it would be smart to require students to take a test to ensure their knowledge on the topics of the election. Voting is also a part of being responsible. 16 year-old voters must ensure that they are registered to vote, so those who are particularly urging to vote, have proved their level of maturity by taking responsible actions. - For this topic, I would like to look more into the level of education in politics that kids at the age of 16 in America have.

Schools implementing more "home-ec" classes: I believe that schools should implement more mandatory home-ec classes for students to take. As a senior, I feel as though I do not know enough skills to be able to live on my own successfully. I can do the basic mundane things like cooking and cleaning, but things like taxes and bills definitely confuse me. As kids graduate high school and start a new chapter of their life, I think that it is important that they are as prepared as possible. And I believe that adding specific, mandatory, home-ec classes would be very beneficial for young adults. - For this topic, I would want to find interviews that young adults have had on this topic. Perhaps, even asking people ages 18-25 about how they feel on this topic.

Restricting the use of electronics in young children: As I walk into a restaurant, I now tend to see kids glued to a tablet watching their favorite YouTube videos at a very young age. As a kid, this was not the case. I think that these kids who are growing up, not communicating to their family members at the dinner table have led to lots of communication, social, and behavioral problems in today's youth. When kids don't interact with people, they grow up lacking communication skills with others, which threatens relationships. And since they are glued watching/playing something, they will not learn how to pick up on social ques about what's going on around them, therefore lacking the ability to "read a room". - For this topic, I want to look for information on studies on younger kids now vs. when we were growing up. I think reading to statistic would help me a lot on this topic.

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Argumentative essay ideas - courtney ware

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Argumentative essay ideas - courtney ware

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1)Should cell phones be used in schools?

No, I don't think that cell phones should be used in schools for any purpose. In the time that we are in currently, there are countless resources and technologies that we can use in the same if not better way than cell phones

(research, photography, communication etc.. )

the middle schools in our school district haven't allowed cellular devices for the past school year and they are having less behavioral and attendance problems. Even in the highschool with the phone restrictions so far there has been a reported low of referrals and unexcused absences as a result.

2)Is batman a true superhero?

No batman is not a true superhero

He has no true powers of any kind though he has a lot of money to cover up the damages he creates, in most cases he causes much more damage than he does saving people.

Can relate this topic to some of the people in our politics now

3)Do we talk too much about mental health?

Yes, I believe that we "talk" too much about it. it makes us more aware of our emotions and creates a stigma around mental health that is miscommunicating the difference between a disorder and normal strong emotions. Leading to things like self diagnosing and further opens the unnecessary opportunity for bad coping mechanisms to be created

I believe we talk about it rather than educating about it and that there are better ways of producing better programs in school to teach and prevent mental health issues.

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1) Is AI a beneficial tool for society?

The use of AI in daily life has increased over the last 8-10 years. 73% of people use AI daily and don't even know it. Alrighims and codes now use AI to provide better services. It also decreases people's workload. On the other hand, there is now a fear of reliance on AI. People should know how to excel without tools. and use them when needed. It also seems tools have a limitless growth mechanism and how do morals play into the decisions in the future of it?

2) what effect mental health has on gun violence?

In many cases, gun violence is caused by the lack of mental acknowledgment of a person. I am not saying there aren't bad people in the world, but there are an extensive amount of young teens committing gun-related crimes. The restriction on guns seemingly has no effect just to the majority of crimes committed with illegally obtained firearms.

3) Has the benefits of social media been completely outweighed by the negatives

In today's world, most people's days revolve around their phones. Social media that once was made for connection is now meant for division. In the first five comments of a post at least 2-5 are going to be negative. The once endless information pull has now become tainted with lies and twisted truths. Does social media have any redeeming qualities?

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1. Restrictions on vehicles should not be required

Exhaust emissions reducers do absolutely nothing considering the pollutants that are filtered out are stored in the exhaust system, and pushed out at a later date in the same form.

vehicle performance safety can be hindered if too many restriction don't allow "upgrades" or advances in production.

The more restrictions or cautions electronically or mechanically cause further issues and gives more things to break.

2. Allowing personal computers in school

Some websites needed for research are blocked, so allowing personal technology can remove that issue

Better technology quality for completing assignments

Buying and holding responsibility of a device not of your own.

3. Allowing headphone usage in schools or work environments

Music has proven to make some individuals work better because they focus better

Making calls at work without the use of hands, allowing you to work and talk (being efficient)

Not everyone has to listen to music, if they wanted to so they can focus they can or for whatever reason.

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1. Creating strict regulations on "Children's Content"

At the moment children's' TV and things that qualify as kids YouTube are completely free and unrestricted. I believe that entertainment and content must contain some specifications and requirements for them to be fit for children to consume. I find it alarming seeing younger children I know (5-7 years old) watching content on kids YouTube that contains violence, stalking, and rapey themes and plots.

2. Food Education

I feel that Americans are not well educated about food, the effects certain things have on our bodies, and how our meals are even processed and made. This blurs what is "healthy" to the average American and makes negative impacts towards our consumption. (Ex. Carbs are evil, Calories are bad, Zero sugar products are healthier)

3. Bans on food additives in the US

Plenty of food additives that are proven to be bad for our health are widely used in everyday products. An extensive amount of chemicals that Americans use in food production are barred from consumption in European countries. These chemicals are usually unnecessary and carcinogenic.

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1) Social Medias Negative impact on Mental Health.

Since the start of social media there has been more pressure on the users to post the best quality post of anything they are interested in or they will often be overlooked. Social media is also extremely deceptive because people can post pictures of the best case scenarios such as a fitness influencers, who can post pictures in the best lighting while claiming natural, which then when young teenagers are all of a sudden trying to gain the same or similar build and after years of trying are not able to, they then go into waves of depression. Social media also puts a newfound pressure onto relationships that are made public, and it leads both partners to try to be perfect, and inevitably when they are not it put a lot more stress onto the relationship, then what would have been there with out social media.

2) Is the amount of money going into certain college athletic programs taking away from the rest of the athletic programs?

I strongly believe Colleges unevenly divide there funding for athletic programs. This can be seen foremost in the SEC, where cross country and track have been heavily cut back on roster spots to keep up with the aggressive football programs. While programs that bring in more money should get more money in return they should not receive all of it because they take away from the quality of the other programs, this could be from taking away facilities, equipment, or even coaching by no longer having the funds to pay for a quality coach in these other programs which will completely destroy these programs. The funding of certain programs such as football has gotten so out of hand that even at some schools, such as Clemson they now have to charge a athletic fee for every student going even if they are in no sort of athletic spot.

3) Should the death penalty still exist?

I believe so because it is just to the families of the affected. It also inflicts no additional pain onto the death row inmates. Finally actions should have consequences and if this was not instilled it would lead to more violent crimes without the fear of this death penalty.

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1. Stigmatism on Catholicism-

This is a passionate topic that has always affected my entire life. I was born and raised a Catholic and throughout my whole life, I have had people tell me what my religion is. I want to write about how often people have been discriminatory toward my religion, without knowing any facts about it.

2. Defunding the arts-

Arts can be why a student comes to school or has relief from life. Losing the art will stop students' creative growth and doesn't allow them to discover what they may be passionate about.

3. Dropping Application pricing-

College applications charging 50-250 for an application is unhelpful for those in financial need. I think that we should abolish having to pay for applications, and if we have to keep them they should be lowered. I personally will be going to college for a BFA in Musical Theatre and I had to pay 80 for application and then 125 just to apply for a artistic review.

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Illegalization of Animal Testing altogether

It is recorded that the yearly average of animals dying in U.S. animal testing laboratories is in the millions.

It is still considered moral in the U.S. if there is a legitimate scientific reason.

These animals can't use words to express pain or discomfort.

There are much simpler and less invasive alternatives.

Cracking down on the usage of A.I. in Assignments

Sources A.I. pull from can be incorrect or false

Could lead to students losing motivation to complete original work

If students use the software frequently they will become dependent on it

Social Media Addiction: Regulating social media use

The addiction is real scrolling through videos seems like only a couple of minutes have passed, but it turns into hours

Viewers may feel they are going to miss out on something if they are not on it

It may cause viewers to look at situations differently because all they've seen is the screen.

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1. Is technology more detrimental to young children than it is beneficial?

Anything in excess is bad for an individual. Today, many kids fill their days with technology, and they are losing their interactive skills with other kids. The lack of communication skills is seen widely among the youth, as they don't engage in conversations with family members or even make more friends. Children who are exposed to an excessive amount of electronics tend to develop a desire for continual use. This affects parent-child interaction and disrupts healthy development in a child.

2. Should schools have a valedictorian and implement class ranking

Being valedictorian is a high ranking status for an individual who has worked hard to achieve it. Opposers claim that the valedictorian title increases competition within the students. The reality is simple as not everyone wins. The people that strive to do their best deserve the title and should not receive the same recognition as everyone else

3. The affect of violent videogames on child development

Children who play violent video when they are younger tend to be more violent prone when they get older. Exposing children to a violent mentality makes them feel like this behavior is okay. Parents should monitor children's video games and limit their screen time to help with the child's development.

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1: Health Care: A right or a lugary?

I believe healthcare should be a right

Lower mortality rates

Strengthens economy over time

Lowers poverty

2: Gifted programs and their effects on students.

Gifted programs should not be as exclusionary as they are.

Students feel left out

Students will underperform because of discouragement

3: Should there be an age limit to voting?

I believe there should be an age limit to voting

Many older people will not live to see the effects of their votes on society.

Older people hold on to an older set of values, which might be harmful to certain communities

Older people are more likely to get facts from non credible sources, such as social media, and take it all as fact.

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1. Phones should be allowed in high school.

Phones allow easy communication with parents throughout the day and must be accessible for emergencies.

Phone use for students should be modified, but not completely taken away.

Allowing students to have access to their phones during the school day provides a sense of responsibility and ownership that prepares them for college. As college professors do not take away phones, students will simply fail due to their own lack of attention to material.

2. Social media ruins mental health if overused or not used properly.

Many young people overuse social media, which leads to many issues relating to mental health.

While social media can be a good thing and promote other good things, there is also a dark side to social media in which young people often compare themselves to an unrealistic appearance or lifestyle, resulting in the deterioration of their mental health.

Many people nowadays are getting into more and more arguments over social media such as Facebook and TikTok regarding politics and other things of the sort. Instead of these social media apps being used to bring people together and unite the community, they are providing people with the opportunity to be aggressive and bully others that they may not even know.

3. Parents should have access to their children's social media and phone in general.

Children do not know what to do in potentially dangerous situations they may be dealing with online and they shouldn't have to. Parents should be responsible for keeping their children safe online if they allow their children access to the internet and/or social media.

Children are often afraid to speak up to their parents when something goes wrong, assuming they will be in trouble if they do speak up.

The rate of child predators and sex offenders in America is growing constantly and they target young children who do not know how to deal with situations like that.

Parents having access to their children's phones provides them with the opportunity to keep their children safe and teach them things they should know about and look out for within the online world.

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1. Children are influenced to make decisions they may not be ready for.

Children these days are mostly influenced by social media and harsh social stigmas around them today. This causes them to do things they shouldn't be doing at their age and trying to act older rather than living their life as a child. This can result in children not having their own unique personality and creativity.

2. Money and a good job is over pressured to our youth.

Many high school students today are graduating early in order to join the workforce as quickly as they can. Whether this is their own decision or they were influenced by some other force, I disagree with this ideology. Despite it being stressful and hard at times, high school is the pinnacle of most children's childhood in America. Because of its importance we need to cherish the time that we have here rather than rushing to the 9-5 that will earn them a few bucks before everyone else graduates. The purpose of life is a projection of every individual's mind and in my opinion, a good paying job has nothing to do with it.

3. social medias negative effect on relationships.

social media is how we communicate most of the time and gives couples the freedom to message each other anytime. Although this is good, some social media forms can make couples feel like the other is incompetent and not good enough for them.

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Should working during school be encouraged or discouraged? I chose this because I noticed in my own life that working during school does affect my academic performance, and I was wondering if it affects others as greatly as it does mine. I currently am torn between the idea that students should work during the school year. As I personally work, it teaches me life skills; however, working after school takes time away from schoolwork and school sports. To research this, I should look at websites with data on grades via working and non-working students and view this through other perspectives.

Should changes to the drinking age remain as they are? I choose this because I am interested in looking into the statistics of the drinking age, as in my experience, most people by the age of 16 in my life have drunk before, even though the age is 21. I currently think it should remain at 21, as it does reduce alcohol in some underage people. I plan to gather information on health websites and the government sites on the drinking age law.

Should community college remain free? I choose this because it is a topic that I had with my parents when applying to college and would like to elaborate on. My current position is that it should remain free because I believe everyone deserves a reasonably affordable path after high school that does not cause an overwhelming amount of debt.