Sophomore Jeff Bliss

Every day thousands and thousands of students go to schools, from elementary to secondary to college and to universities. These students are so used to the routine and structure, that many just accept what it is an move on with their daily school routines- not even questioning the purpose or functions of these institutions. However, one student who stands out is Sophomore Jeff Bliss, whose explicit outburst directed to his teacher went viral. I feel that he arose important points and proved there may be fault in education systems.

Before one can sympathize and agree with the arguments presented by Jeff Bliss, it is important to understand the academic situation he is in. After attending high school in Freshman year Jeff for whatever reason dropped out, and later returned for Sophomore. I believe that this is a very important fact because it shows that he was possibly an apathetic student who felt he did not need an education or to go to school; however, after not having the privilege of attending school he realised that he wants it. This is much like Malala said in her interview on the Daily Show-- that we don’t know the importance of something until it is taken away. I think that this is such an important life lesson and it extends far beyond education, it is especially relevant to the “privileged” western culture. …show more content…
Everything is handed to students and learning itself becomes less important to the point where students slack and become in ways apathetic-- or less academically driven. So, when is it enough? At what what point do our boards and systems sit down to reimagine how schools functions and how students learn? I think this is long overdue, and systems must be restructured to focus on the real issues and goals-- making education a