Functionalism in the World

FUNCTIONALISM

      Everyone goes to school, at some point in their lives, and even though we might not like to admit it, we all fall under certain categories. It seems cliché, but its accurate. There are several groups that make up a high school that make it function like a well-oiled machine. Of course you have the athletes, "nerds," band geeks, social butterflies, partiers, and so many more. We might not like to admit it, but every school has these stereotypical clicks. Although we might not like to admit it, everyone can relate to, or falls under one of these groups. At my school, however, you can belong to several of these groups; throwing a wrench in the stereotypical system. I know many people who are athletes and band geeks, social butterflies and nerds, etc.

     Being apart of these groups isn't a bad thing. By being a part of this system you contribute to the successful functionality of the school. You help make your school what it is. It may seem like you are just a tiny fish in the giant ocean that is high school, but without you, it would not function the same way.

     As for my self, I fall into several of these social groups. I'm an athlete, being as I played volleyball and ran cross country. I met some of my good friends through sports and I enjoyed (almost) every second of it. I guess I would be considered a "nerd" since I'm in mostly honors and AP classes. It's in these classes that I've met most of my friends. I'm not a band geek, theater kid, or in show choir, but I do have several friends in these groups. I like to put myself out into the world and make friends. The more people in my life the better. I also like to help people, so I'm in various community service clubs at my school.

     I may fall into several social groups, but that's just my way of contributing to the social function of high school and everyday life. We all contribute to the function of everyday life and help it run smoothly.

                      -ab(BAE)