Education Essay

Education is what makes life worthwhile. It is the key to life. Without education in our lives, this society would be worthless and we would have nothing to be proud of. You may think that school is worthless, but it makes your life a whole lot easier and happier.

Your parents can give you the best education that a person can receive. My parents have taught me the differences between right and wrong. I have learned many valuable lessons throughout my life from them. In the essay Two Ways of Seeing the River by Mark Twain, he paints a picture in my mind when he talks about the solitary log floating down the river. To me this meant that life is like a log floating down a river having to overcome many obstacles and keep flowing. This river will be your life, a continuous struggle to continue and reach the end.

I was involved with many different friends when I was younger. They taught me many things whether they were wise or not. I have learned from my mistakes as well as theirs. They gave me a priceless education that I will have for the rest of my life. I will always be applying these lessons to my everyday life and will keep flowing in the right direction.

In the essay The Hidden Teacher by Loren Eiseley, she talks about a “hidden” teacher that you do not always see. For myself, my hidden teacher is my job. It is not a great school teacher or a rocket scientist, but it is the experience, which is more precious. I have worked at the Marshall Golf Course for five years now and I have been taught many important lessons. My group of co-workers is like a giant machine. We all have different roles that need to be fulfilled on a daily basis. If someone is not functioning properly than the whole team has to fall back. This experience has been one of the most educating parts of my life.

What is your view on education? Is it just a big joke or is it the most valuable aspect of your life? Education does not just come from school. Start recognizing the experiences that have made you what you are today. So what is your key to life?

Eiseley, Loren. "The Hidden Teacher."
Twain, Mark. "Two Ways of Seeing the River."