All seniors at High Tech must speak of their school experience, both good and bad, in the exit interview. Acknowledging your faults and weaknesses is not easy for an adult; never mind a teenager. As I sat in the classroom and watched my son complete his high school exit interview, I saw a mature and articulate young man before me.
The senior exit interview gives students a chance to acknowledge their struggles during high school and express their growth as a person and student. It also allows verbalization of their goals at this next junction in life. A panel is present of teachers, peers and parents. Required dress code-professional. Quite intimidating.
According to Grant, the purpose of school is "To teach you life lessons and educational lessons as well as lead you to further education. Also, to help you find what you want to do with your life." He reflected on his beloved second grade teacher, his strict, no-nonsense fifth grade teacher and his high school teachers. I loved the reference to his current math teacher's life lessons taught via 50 Life Secrets. "I am now more open-minded and understanding" explained Grant.
I have renewed faith in the young adults of High Tech and the graduating class of 2011. Their lofty goals and dreams are admirable and much needed in the world today.
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Way to go Grant. I wish you much success!
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