Education leads to...Everything!

Hi!  I’m Srimitha!  I’ am 15 years old and am a Sophomore.  I am so excited for this new school year and can’t wait for the new surprises and challenges that this year has in hold for me. This is my second day in Honors History 10 and this is my first blog post of the year!!!

When I walked into my classroom on the first day of school, I couldn't immediately pinpoint what kind of teacher I was going to have; whether I was going to like them or not.  First impressions definitely leave a mark, but I think some of the great teachers can be identified by what they have to offer us as our teachers.  Every teacher has some great qualities.  A great teacher should know you as a person and as a student.  They should make you feel safe in a classroom and support you in your goals and dreams.  A great teacher should also push you to your limits, help you when you are in need of help and make sure that the lessons are interesting and easy to understand.  Some of the best teachers I have had always looked at my work and told me what I did well and what I could do to make my work better.  They were also willing to sit with me after or before school if I needed help.  They were kind, friendly and were people in my life who helped me become a better person and student.  To support me this year, I would like my teacher to be there when I need help and offer me good constructive criticism so I can learn from my mistakes.  

            There are a few teenagers who think that sitting in a desk and listening to a teacher talk about something that is not what’s running on TV tonight is pointless; that school is a waste of time and that we are never going to use a squared plus b squared equals c squared in life.  Recently, I watched a video created by John Green, an Open Letter to Students Returning to School, and I think it will make everyone look at school and learning in a completely new way.  He talks about how educating kids like us led to the creation of the apple devices embedded into our daily life, the amazing books in our libraries

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and the medicine that keeps us healthy.  I agree with him because people wouldn't have been able to create such advance things if they hadn't been educated.  This year, I hope to complete all my courses with a thorough understanding of them.  I also wish to become a better officer and co-leader in Science Olympiad and Book Club.  I’m going to work on asking more questions when I have trouble with something and using my time better at home (avoid procrastination *cough *cough*) by avoiding distractions like technology and books (I’m a book geek).  I’m also going to work on speaking up for things I believe and build my self-confidence by participating more in class and stating my ideas more often. 

            A new year has begun and even though I know it’s going to be exhausting, I’m très excited!!!