1. Builds Confidence and Self-Esteem - With every play he learns and every friend he gains, his confidence will soar. Throw a touchdown into the mix and you have a winning combination for an increased level of self-esteem. On a competitive league, players come from different schools within the school district. This means that your son will meet and make friends that he would have never otherwise met. More friends = more fun!
Atheism does not fit the definition of religion:
1.a. Belief in and reverence for a supernatural power or powers regarded as creator and governor of the universe. b. A personal or institutionalized system grounded in such belief and worship. 2. The life or condition of a person in a religious order. 3. A set of beliefs, values, and practices based on the teachings of a spiritual leader. 4. A cause, principle, or activity pursued with zeal or conscientious devotion.
Athiesm is a religion. This is because, to a certain extent, they are worshipping something. As Christians, Jews, and Muslims are one god, atheists worship the fact that there is no god. This might sound contradicting and might make no sense, but bare with me. If you are a Christian, you take to heart the fact that Jesus was the savior of man. You believe that Jesus is the savior. However, if you are athiest, you are taking to heart the fact that there is no god.
Evolution-Strengths-
Scientists can attribute changes in DNA and adaption to enviroments as
indications of evolution.
It can be argued that Evolution provides a straight-foward logical
explanation of the origins of man and how he came to be how he is
today.
Evolution does not exclude the possibility of Creation
Many also believe that the age limit is pretty huge (18). By this time, a child is no longer a child and can be considered an adult. So for the children who fall in the higher end of the range of age, they should be punished in the same way as that of adults.
The other reason it is considered OK for juveniles to be tried as adults is that it'll not only make them understand the consequences of their action but also deter them from any further crimes. It will thus automatically lower the crime rate in society and make it a better place. When there are harsh punishments meted out for children who commit crimes, others will learn from their mistakes and deter from doing anything such.
The reason why this theory has come into picture is that a crime is a crime no mater what age. Just because a kid commits a crime does not mean that the crime is not committed, it does no mean that the victim didn't suffer. The question about 'Should juveniles be tried as adults for violent crimes' is gaining more and more arguments. Violent crimes receive the harshest punishments and it is said that the same should continue for children as well.
It is also argued that since we take the age factor into consideration when it comes to important issues like marriage, benefits, voting and jobs, and understand that the same cannot be expected of kids, then why is it OK to execute harsh forms of punishments on them in the same way as that done for adults? Every parent knows that punishing a child of 15 and a child of 5 won't be carried out in the same manner. Their punishments will differ. A similar concept gets carried onto the issue of 'Should juveniles be tried as adults'.
Psychologically speaking, it is said that there are no 'problem children', only "problem parents". Which means it is the duty of the parents to teach their kids values, morals and the like. Similarly, teaching kids about not handling something that is dangerous or making them understand the consequences of their actions (especially if parents have guns and revolvers in their houses) is the job of the parents. If they fail to do that, the children will not understand it. Simple.
It is only after their adolescence that adolescents become mature and begin to understand important concepts like society and expectations. During adolescence they are still trying to deal with society and their own inner battles of peer pressure, lack of direction, impulsiveness and the like. At such a time, when they have no responsibilities, and mature or responsible behavior (like supporting a family) is not expected of them, because they lack that power to understand the consequences of their actions and delay their needs, it is considered unfair to treat them in the same way as that of adults.
On most occasions, you'll find that the kids who have committed a crime are very young, as young as 9 and 10. It is an understood and proven fact that at an age like this, it is impossible for them to have the same mental abilities as that of an adult, to plan and execute a crime and moreover to understand the consequences of it. So all in all, it is due to this 'yet to develop the thought processes of an adult' that demands us to treat them differently.
A crime is a crime. No matter who commits it. That is the attitude that leads to the question of whether the whole juvenile system should be discarded to only include the one judicial system of criminal courts that tries both children and adults under the same law, with the same rules. This pointer overrides the present juvenile system law completely, which states that juvenile courts are necessary because children cannot be tried in the same manner as adults are tried. Here are a few pointers that'll help you understand why eradicating the juvenile system might be considered as a negative.
Large numbers of children stay in education voluntarily well beyond the age of 16. But there are children who are disaffected and disillusioned and end up either unemployed or in dead-end jobs, and it is engaging these children in education that is vital. What needs to happen now is work with industry and commerce, with parents groups and teachers' organisations. We need to look closely at the courses on offer and make sure they are appropriate and meaningful.
I support the idea of keeping people in school and getting a good education, but some people have different views. People often prefer academic subjects when they are good at writing and maths, but some of my friends are better at learning a trade. But there are no real courses at schools and colleges for tradespeople and I think that's why a lot of people drop out. It is pushing it a bit to fine people - fair enough if they are sat at home doing nothing, but not if they are at work or doing an apprenticeship.
We share concerns about young people who "drop out" of education training or employment at 16, but it is wrong to threaten them with prison and force them to stay in institutions that may have already failed and alienated them. The Government has a duty to all its citizens to only use prison or the threat of it where it is an appropriate and proportionate response to a genuine wrong doing, threat or danger. The Government must end this love affair with the threat of custody.
I think it's a good idea to stay in school until you are 18 but only if there are more courses available for people who don't want to do strictly academic subjects. Courses in carpentry, for example, or plumbing could give people practical skills, which are just as important as academic skills. I think it would be better to raise the school leaving age so there are fewer people out on the streets - and why not fine them if they don't turn up? It's much better for them to be in schoo
Private School Cons
Cost.
Teachers are not required to have a teaching degree, just knowledge of the subject they will be teaching.
Less diverse choices in subjects.
No special education classes available.
Students must pass an entrance exam to be admitted.
Most private schools are religious based schools.
Public School Cons
Larger class sizes.
Exposure to unacceptable lifestyles at public schools.
Classes are taught at a mid-learning level, which may cause advanced learners to become bored.
Limited access to learning materials.
More school days-off from school.
Outdated textbooks.
Private School Pros
Private schools focus on specific topics.
Smaller class sizes.
Private schools have better books and supplies.
More access to up-to-date computers.
Curriculum is more challenging.
Most private schools are religious based schools.
