The administration reversed the policy and we are finally allowed to bring our backpacks into the classrooms. It took a long time to be heard but I appreciate everyone who stuck with me through these frustrating weeks. I will be keeping a close watch to ensure this change remains in …
October 15, 2013
Final supporters
As high school students we have many responsibilities. Homework, friendships, relationships, work, etc. But should we really have to worry about not having a bag in our classrooms? No. We shouldn't. Our books are heavy, awkward to carry, and slippery. Add to that a laptop, and binders and you're day just got that much harder. Carrying all those things in your hand is almost impossible. Honestly. And it's dangerous, walking up and down stairs, across heavily-filled hallways. Lets just say there will be people falling/tripping. Oh yeah, and I almost forgot to mention that we don't have enough time to stop by our lockers. Its the second day since this rule started, and I've already been late to class twice. And I have no idea if my teachers marked me late or not.
I talked to my VP today. He told me the rule was put in place because of safety, and theft reasons. He told me about some accidents that happened in the past few years. But accident happen. It's just a part of life. He also informed me about fire incidents. About how students will panic, and start tripping over bags left in classrooms. Well I have a great solution for that. How about we put the bags under our desks, or in a corner, or having it hang from our seats. And regarding theft? well, some students have had their smartphones stolen. Sucks. Be smarter about your own belongings. And theft also happens with school equipment, like books. As far as I'm concerned, all classes have a cabinet, or a closet where they can store their supplies. But do teachers use them? Nope.
So I have decided to present our views. I have been handing out this petition around my classes, a few during lunch. So far I've gotten 100 signatures from schoolmates. I asked my teachers if they'd like to sign it, and they said they can't because they'll get in trouble. And now I'm reaching even farther. I'm making this on-line for parents, students, and citizens. This will make things much easier to get the signatures we need. No one knows if this will even work, but as humans, we can always believe, dream, and hope.
Thank you
Sincerely, Krystian Tobiasz
Updates
September 6, 2013
The refusal to engage with us on this bag policy remains frustrating even after meeting with school leadership. Carrying these heavy loads between classes is still wearing us all down and the dismissive attitude toward our practical solutions is exhausting. I am not stopping here because we deserve a functional way to get through our day.
Reached 100 supporters
September 6, 2013
6 Comments
seriously who thought this was a good idea? i literally cant fit my giant bio book in my locker anyway.
my back hurts so much from carrying everything all day. its ridiculous we cant just have our bags at our desks.
The hallway is a nightmare between classes. Trying to juggle 3 text books and a laptop is just asking for something to get dropped or broken.
Safety?? How is dropping all my stuff in the hallway safer? Makes zero sense.
already been late to english because lockers are way too far. this rule is dumb honestly.
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The administration reversed the policy and we are finally allowed to bring our backpacks into the classrooms. It took a long time to be heard but I appreciate everyone who stuck with me through these frustrating weeks. I will be keeping a close watch to ensure this change remains in …
October 15, 2013
Final supporters
As high school students we have many responsibilities. Homework, friendships, relationships, work, etc. But should we really have to worry about not having a bag in our classrooms? No. We shouldn't. Our books are heavy, awkward to carry, and slippery. Add to that a laptop, and binders and you're day just got that much harder. Carrying all those things in your hand is almost impossible. Honestly. And it's dangerous, walking up and down stairs, across heavily-filled hallways. Lets just say there will be people falling/tripping. Oh yeah, and I almost forgot to mention that we don't have enough time to stop by our lockers. Its the second day since this rule started, and I've already been late to class twice. And I have no idea if my teachers marked me late or not.
I talked to my VP today. He told me the rule was put in place because of safety, and theft reasons. He told me about some accidents that happened in the past few years. But accident happen. It's just a part of life. He also informed me about fire incidents. About how students will panic, and start tripping over bags left in classrooms. Well I have a great solution for that. How about we put the bags under our desks, or in a corner, or having it hang from our seats. And regarding theft? well, some students have had their smartphones stolen. Sucks. Be smarter about your own belongings. And theft also happens with school equipment, like books. As far as I'm concerned, all classes have a cabinet, or a closet where they can store their supplies. But do teachers use them? Nope.
So I have decided to present our views. I have been handing out this petition around my classes, a few during lunch. So far I've gotten 100 signatures from schoolmates. I asked my teachers if they'd like to sign it, and they said they can't because they'll get in trouble. And now I'm reaching even farther. I'm making this on-line for parents, students, and citizens. This will make things much easier to get the signatures we need. No one knows if this will even work, but as humans, we can always believe, dream, and hope.
Thank you
Sincerely, Krystian Tobiasz
Updates
September 6, 2013
The refusal to engage with us on this bag policy remains frustrating even after meeting with school leadership. Carrying these heavy loads between classes is still wearing us all down and the dismissive attitude toward our practical solutions is exhausting. I am not stopping here because we deserve a functional way to get through our day.
Reached 100 supporters
September 6, 2013
6 Comments
let us bring our bags. stop making school harder than it already is.
seriously who thought this was a good idea? i literally cant fit my giant bio book in my locker anyway.
my back hurts so much from carrying everything all day. its ridiculous we cant just have our bags at our desks.
The hallway is a nightmare between classes. Trying to juggle 3 text books and a laptop is just asking for something to get dropped or broken.
Safety?? How is dropping all my stuff in the hallway safer? Makes zero sense.
already been late to english because lockers are way too far. this rule is dumb honestly.
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let us bring our bags. stop making school harder than it already is.