What Is The Purpose Of Public Schools?

     The purpose of attending a public school is so that the student can be prepared for the real world. Aside from gaining knowledge from the subjects taught, they gain perspective of real world situations. Students who attend this school setting are more exposed to a number of things. For example, a variety of different courses, learning about different races, cultures, religion, social cues, empathy, and so forth. They develop thick skin and realize what is socially acceptable and what is not. These students may be exposed to a harsher setting but it is important for them to see what situations can arise in the world outside of school. They tend to learn what bullying is and learn how to spot it or help out. Attending a public school can also create more opportunities for social interaction. 

      A marginalized student can be anyone who feels as though they are neglected, ignored, or do not get enough help. This is usually seen in a student of different race, religion, disability, sexuality, household, etc. One specific type of marginalized student I'd like to focus on is the one that comes from a low-income house/community. Schools do not help much when it comes to helping out someone who cannot afford to buy new clothes, supplies, or get to school. I propose that schools can have a supply drive, where people who have extra supplies like journals or pencils can contribute. They can also set up a bin, (that is not lost and found), of thrifted clothing/material for those not able to change out of their usual clothing. We all could learn a bit more about empathy and start changing our actions to make sure everyone succeeds. 

 

Why Teach?

    My third grade teacher inspired what career I wanted to pursue and how to do it. She was always very loving and understanding. She made learning so easy and fun that you would regret missing her class for a doctor's appointment. Third grade is when I realized learning can be exciting and wanted to help others feel the same way. I've always known that I wanted to become an educator.  I look forward to the days that a student can feel comfortable and welcome in my classroom that they could come talk to me about anything. I'm excited to see the "lightbulb" above a student's head light up when they finally understand what I talk about. 

    Though, everyone feels it is necessary to tell me that I better have a rich husband or that I must love to overwork myself, I couldn't be more ecstatic to work with these children. Not only to help them understand the subjects, but to help them by encouraging their creative outlets, protecting the class, and being someone they look up to. 

    I am interested in teaching the third grade. The subject I would like to teach would most likely be English or science. I sometimes find myself daydreaming of how my classroom would be set up and decorated. Galaxy/stars have always interested me but I also want a bright setting. I definitely want to teach in a nice town instead of city. The traffic, accidents, big buildings, and interstates do not win me over. I grew up in a small town and it always felt safe and comfortable.

    As I learn more about this career and the preparations needed, I look forward to the adventure of becoming someone that might have an impact in a person's life. To be able to spread my knowledge and passions to others is moving.