Americans love to learn and learning increases knowledge and know-how.
Education
is the process of gaining knowledge. It can be gained at public,
private and trade schools. Online classes and home schooling are
options. People also gain knowledge through example, mentors, on-the-job
training, personal experience and by being self taught.
Step-ladder learning spoon out information in a way that young minds can absorb in a “grade” system. Here is an example:
Grades 1-6 generally focus on an introduction to basic subjects. Children learn the fundamentals of reading, writing, arithmetic, as well as, how to get along with others.
Grades 7 and 8 step up the same information. Plus, add a few life topics, such as current events, civics, American history and one or two classes in homemaking and auto shop.
These classes introduce youth to the world they live in; how government works; their country’s history and heritage; and life study in how to parent and maintain a home.
Athletics or gym class might include a competitive lesson where young minds learn how to win graciously and cope with loss.
Grades 9-12, also known as high school, steps up the ladder of learning. Classes generally include studies in literature, algebra, calculus, geometry. biology, chemistry, science…
Subjects may include an introduction to the arts, such as music, dance, drama, painting, choir, offers growing minds the opportunity to test their talents.
College comes under the heading of paid professional education. Classes may lead to a “degree” of specialized study, such as mathematics, computer science, medicine and law…
Trade schools lead to good-paying jobs, including self-employment. Trade skills often pay more than the professions.
For example, plumbers and electricians often receive hefty payment for their services. Home remodeling, vehicle respairs and landscaping also are good paying services.
Students must weigh their own abilities, readiness for specialized study, the investment cost, extra education time, loans that may be needed and a plan to repay the debt. Before you decide to go into debt, ask yourself: “What job can this money buy me if I am successful?”
Education improves life. From home and family safety to the American Dream, knowledge offers options and opportunity.
At stake can be a job, choosing a school, where to live, who to marry, how to raise children, whether America is still the land of the free and home of the brave. Knowledge and education are two of America’s core values. ///