The documentary Waiting for Superman discusses and dissects some major issues within America’s failing educational system. It does not, however, cover or even mention many societal issues that relate to the topic. Although the film does cover many major aspects of society in relation to the failing educational system, it does not manage to thoroughly analyze many issues such as social class (P.520), credentialism (P.513), and meritocracy (P.514). While the issue of socio-economic status (P.520)
“An investment in knowledge pays the best interest” (Benjamin Franklin). Waiting for Superman supports this ideal by showing the need for first-class education in the United States. It follows the stories of several students around the country in hopes of escape the “dropout factories” that they are currently on track to attend by competing in a lottery to secure a spot at a recognized charter school. Waiting for superman profiles the American Education System and how are students are suffering
be made in the school system. In both the essay, The Sanctuary of School, by Lynda Barry, and the movie, Waiting for Superman, the topic of how to improve the educational system and school environment is discussed. For example, in the movie, Waiting for Superman, it talks about how failing schools result in failing neighborhoods. This affects the people of the neighborhood
Clear the Clutter! -Shruti.K.N People wrongly believe that being simple is taking the easiest way out. Little do we realize that the very act of choosing to be simple requires courage and mental strength. Many of us go through tough phases in life and mine was no different. But I decided to keep it simple and face it when it faced me. That simple belief helped me move forward with confidence. Whenever a situation left me in a quandary, I learnt to learn it the hard way. Simply put, I believe that