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Introduction

This report analyzes a 15-year-old boy's view on education. Adolescence is a critical stage in development; 15-year-old boys represent this transitional stage between childhood and adulthood as they experience essential shifts in social, cognitive, and emotional growth. To gain a clearer insight into this topic, it was decided to conduct a conversation with one from a public day school who consented to be interviewed at his home for this report.

Background

 The adolescent male aged 15 attends an all-day public school as his preferred institution since beginning his education. Currently, in 10th Grade, this suburban district school boasts a diverse student body from middle-class families that consist of himself, his parents, and younger siblings. Academic performance for this student was outstanding, and they expressed an interest in becoming scientists. He joined his school's debate club and robotics team. Additionally, they enjoyed sports such as playing basketball and soccer during their free time. The interview took place at the student's home, with both him and his parents giving their consent for it to occur in his bedroom, an intimate setting for him. The interviewer discussed its purpose and benefits before ensuring he understood and consented to participate. At that point, the participant showed great enthusiasm, easily sharing thoughts and experiences regarding his educational process.

Interview Summary

This adolescent reported having great relationships with his fellow students at school, including having close personal friends with whom he likes spending time both in and outside school settings. His school's inclusive and positive environment has enabled him to form meaningful friendships among its student body. The attitude of Adolescents toward School was generally positive. He found school engaging and fun and felt his teachers supported and invested in him. Science and math were among the teenager's preferred and least preferred subjects, respectively. He found the concepts in both disciplines engaging and applicable to everyday...