Permian High School

Memorial or the Pennsylvania State House historical events such as MLK’s “I Have a Dream” speech or the signing of the Constitution might not have taken place. While Architecture is an important job that pays well, the architects go through 8 years of school and training before they can become…

but they aren’t doing anything but raising the costs. Lowering tuition isn’t as easy as dropping out of school but it would keep students in school to get an education instead of dropping out. What’s the dilemma with Congress not lowering college tuition costs? According to Sara Goldrick-Rab (2016) college should be more affordable for all students. Thousands of students go through high school wanting to further their…

behavior. With that they have given more complicated trajectories then are typically found within the literature. However a weakness this article holds is that, they used such a large number of assessments within each school, that caused a decline in antisocial behavior within the school years and that could have been related to response burden. This article can greatly be incorporated in my final paper as a result of it not solely breaks down antisocial behavior however it provides a study on…

Central DeWitt High School allows students to select their courses, but they are not allowed to choose their teacher. Students are required to choose courses through an online management system, however students will often select courses based on whom currently teaches the course. Students know that this will increase their chances of being in their preferred teacher’s classes. It is important for the administration to consider how student choice of teachers impacts their success in school.…

Portfolio Essay “You are the Vanguard Class of 2020,” said Lieutenant Colonel Cross after a long first day at USMAPS. In July 20, 2016 this phrase did not mean much to me. I completely ignored the definition of what a vanguard is. By definition a vanguard is a group of people leading the way in new developments or ideas. After three semesters of rigorous academics and military bearing, I now understand and know what it feels like to be a part of the Vanguard Class of 2020. Throughout the…

Every childhood is comprised of iconic memories associated around sport. Whether it is playing catch with your father, making your first sports team at school, or simply frolicking outside with neighborhood friends, these events are centered on sports, not virtual sports. There is a fine line between the two. According to Dr. Ralph Richards the Senior Research Consultant for the Australian Sports Commission, sport is by definition “an activity involving physical exertion, skill and or…

In my freshmen year of high school I tried to be a rapper, because my cousin was also trying to become one. It didn’t turn out too well, I’m just glad I didn’t decide to show anyone any of the stuff I wrote. After that I wanted to be a so called “band kid.” I actually really liked learning to play music. I took three semesters of guitar and chorus, and one semester of piano. I really like to sing now, but I’m not great at it. If I could chose to have any talent in the world it would probably be…

I.Decision: Adolescents frequently need guidance on their progression to adulthood. The developmental changes which they undergo can often be challenging. Adolescents are often influenced by their social circumstances, and need guidance from others to know what to do in certain situations. Circumstances are vital to understanding when and where it is a good place to stop a discussion about the adolescents sexual and physical changes which they are going through. I would propose that…

What are students ' plans after high school? Most students would respond to this question with, “I 'm going to college,” but is college worth it? That is the million dollar question. It seems like every job requires a college degree, but why? Why does someone who has spent $70,000 to go to a 4-year college has a better chance at getting a job, than someone who just has a high school diploma. There’s a saying that goes, “I would rather be my own tyrant than have someone else tyrannize me.”(Henry…

The achievement gap in schools is the result of disparities in the amount of funding that is given to schools in America. Additionally, the economic inequality shows a huge gap in wealth between two groups; 1 percent and 99%. These two groups are being taxed the same percentage, but the amount of money that is taken out for schools varies because of the gap in income. Families who live in high poverty areas do not experience equity because they are put at a disadvantage in an unfair…