Gatto response.

As a student, I agree with Gatto. Young adults shouldn’t push themselves so hard to reach social acceptance in terms of education. I don’t like the rigorous schedule we are forced to undergo from the time we enter primary school to the day of our graduation. Why must a simple letter determine our worth? If I get an A in chemistry, for example, I’m determined to be intelligent… but what if I simply memorized the text? That means I’m capable of jumping through the hoops placed in front of me, not that I proved I can actually succeed, or that I challenged myself. Critical thinking and intelligence comes from learning how to apply the information I have absorbed, not just displaying the capacity to satisfy the instructor's commands and instruction.

It really disturbed me when Gatto mentioned his job loss. For someone held in such high-esteem to be replaced so easily, it really shocked me to know that it could happen to anyone, because the corporate mindset doesn’t focus on us individually. Gatto was completely right. I feel like my talent and unique personality is hidden away in the pursuit for the good grade. I loved this article, it made me realize I can still achieve my dreams regardless of how I am judged by society’s standards.

Clara G.