Classmates Quote by Penn Brooks
““While they should be treated the same as the big ones, they are often tossed away with the bag and discarded. What I find so ironic and hilarious is that these classmates of mine that think they are so much better than me are huge dorks and dweebs themselves in the eyes of the pubbies. When it comes to the hierarchy of the kids in this town, public always wins. Even the runts of the public school crowd rank higher than the coolest of us cathies (that's their unfortunate nickname for us). It makes for a very interesting culture on the shared bus system. Take for instance, Josh Baker. He is pretty much the it guy in the St. Guadalupe’s 5th grade.””
About This Quote
The speaker describes how public school kids dominate social hierarchy, even over private school peers, and humorously notes the irony of their attitudes.
In simple terms: Public school kids are seen as socially dominant over private school kids.
Key Takeaway
Recognize and challenge social hierarchies.
Themes
social hierarchy
school culture
irony
class tension
Mood
reflective
critical
humorous
Type
observation
social commentary
When to use this quote
- bus rides
- school interactions
- peer groups
- social observations
Key Concepts
status
identity
group dynamics
Questions to Reflect On
- How do social hierarchies form in schools?
- What can reduce class-based prejudice?
A Different Perspective
The view may be biased and overlook individual differences.
