Welcome to the blog of a 10th grade honors
History student from arguably the most historic city in the United States-
Boston, MA. From the Industrial Revolution to the age of the iPhone, read along
as I explore the past and learn from it to create a better future.
In order to achieve this “better” future, we need educators
who will provide students with the necessary knowledge, skills, and learning
environment. Oftentimes I feel that when we think of the future, we think strictly
of technological advances, but that’s not all that our future has potential
for. What I hope for is that one day I, and my grandchildren, will live in a
world with widely spread acceptance for all forms of humanity, limited fighting
and tension within and external of our government, and emphasis on creativity
and new ideas. For this ideal world to become our future, I think that we need
educators to treat students and act in a certain manner. I think that a great
teacher will emphasize togetherness and companionship within the classroom,
making it a fun place for students to be and feel welcome. This great teacher
should also allow students to express themselves and encourage them to try new
things, as well as offer guidance if necessary. In the past I’ve enjoyed
teachers who have helped me learn not only new curriculum, but new ways of
expressing myself and communicating with the world. I’ve liked when we learn in
new ways, like making videos instead of watching them, or creating our own
paintings and then studying others. Personally, I want a teacher who will treat
me as an individual with my own important ideas. After all, these ideas will
lead to our future as a country and a people.
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In John Green’s recent back to school video he nods to this
idea that students shape the future as he discusses our duty to the world. Green
says “I pay for your schools because I want you to grow up and make my life
better.” Unlike Green, I do not think that it is any student’s duty to use
their education to improve the living of others. Although it would be nice if
every student did do so, I do not think that we should feel obligated to repay
the world. Education is a gift and those who receive it are oftentimes more
fortunate than they know, but as I repeat, it is a gift. I think that wanting
to improve our world should not be a duty forced upon someone, but instead a
calling and a hope that one wishes to pursue from the good of their heart. This
having been said I feel that whether educated or not, we should all strive to
make our world a better place through our actions, personal interactions, and
everyday routines. Personally, I want to
do great things, but by that I don’t necessarily mean change the world. This
year I hope to do well in my studies, but more importantly make an impact on
those around me. I want to make people smile and work together with my
classmates to have fun exploring new ideas and learning new things. I want to
enjoy my education in a good environment and have opportunities to be creative,
and I want the same for my peers. Through a combination of hard work, a teacher
who guides me but also gives me freedom, a classroom environment that is
exciting and welcoming, and a positive outlook on the future, I hope to reach
my goal of enjoying learning this year.
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