I grew up in a small town where people view high school students through a very specific lens.
After finishing middle school, I was torn between going to a traditional four-year academic high school or a vocational program. My parents were definitely leaning toward the academic route, but I made my own choice—vocational—and honestly? I don't regret it one bit.
😳I still remember how all my parents' friends, neighbors, and whoever else was around expected me to head straight to the prep school track. When I finally told them what I actually chose, it was always the same old story—questions like, "Why there?" or "Wouldn't you be better off at the academy?"—just constant judgment.
To keep from drifting too far off-topic, there is a clear hierarchy in my hometown regarding high school paths. Most people seem to think those in academic tracks are naturally smarter, better people, or just destined for more success... essentially, they get a level of respect that others don't.
Personally, I don't see any reason to judge someone based on their high school diploma, their college degree, or anything else for that matter.
First off, being a decent human being is what matters—and no school can teach you that.
In my opinion, you can find brilliant kids in any type of school.
hiddenhawk3 said:I guess you missed the point... maybe that's why people don't hang out with high school grads; you guys can be a bit much and way too full of yourselves.
The point is, once you're at college, everyone's on equal footing. It doesn't matter where you came from. That doesn't guarantee anything, really, if you aren't still putting in the work. ☕
I agree.