Hello Mrs. Spelic, I enjoyed and agreed with your statements about modern education and how times are changing, resulting not better but worse in the educational equality for all. As a student who grew up in a household who also believed that education was the key and pathway towards achieving a brighter future, I cannot agree more with what you said about bringing the topic of learning into the political world, rather than merely discussing it. Countless times have I noticed workers in the educational department consider how education should be a gift shared by many but do not address the cost of completing this societal wish. I believe you made a strong point in that to move forward with the goals of making education a universal component to people’s lives, the immediate change that is necessary should be implicated and fixed as soon as possible. Although it is unrealistic to believe that this change is simple and will happen during the near future, there are many proper steps in fulfilling this goal. This goal would require the cooperation of many educational departments, along with our governing systems, who fund these schools. I find it difficult to believe that as someone who lives during a time where education is continuously emphasized, our governing system slowly decreases their support in funding schools for those who desire it. This cutback in financial support from the government is appalling as many people now find the need to rely on schools whose purpose is not for the benefit of the student but rather the profitable gain earned by enrolling less economically stable people.

        As for the result of modern education, many students feel pressured to pursue particular educational pathways because of the ongoing change in the economic market. These changes that occur create a stereotype that a person will not achieve a better future if they do not have one of those jobs that are rumored to be better. This situation stands true as my parents, who were not first-generation college students, believed that my sibling and I should pursue a major that will bring forth good income. They do not think it is wise to pursue majors that have little opportunities, regardless if we had an interest in the career field. While this train of thought may seem unreasonable, I can understand them as education is something that is uneasily gained, and should be used to the fullest. However, it is still unrealistic to provide higher education to everyone as many factors need to be considered, like paying teachers for their work and supplying schools with the necessary fund for purchasing newer equipment and repairs. Despite the many obstacles, I believe this goal can be achieved but requires time and the cooperation of the majority.