This year, my son is facing the high school entrance examination, and I will take a look at the phenomenon of high school diversion. The impact of the high school diversion policy on children needs to be carefully carried out from all dimensions.
On a psychological level, high school diversion can expose children to tremendous psychological stress. For those children who fail to get into the high school of their choice, they may feel lost, anxious, or even have low self-esteem. They may worry about their future and question their abilities and worth. This state of mind may not only affect their self-confidence, but also have a profound impact on their motivation to learn.
In terms of educational access, the system of secondary school streams has exacerbated educational inequality to some extent. In some areas, quality educational resources tend to be concentrated in a small number of schools, which usually only accept high-achieving students. This means that some children are missing out on the opportunity to get into a quality high school and receive a better education because of their poor grades. This inequality can further exacerbate the entrenchment of social classes, putting some children at a disadvantage from the start.
In terms of career choices and life trajectories, high school streams can also have a profound impact on a child's future. Children who study in vocational high schools, technical secondary schools, or technical schools may be exposed to and specialize in a particular industry or field earlier. While this may make it easier for them to find a job in the field in the future, it may also limit their career progression. On the other hand, the average high school graduate has more opportunities to go on to college and expand his career.
In terms of social adaptability, the high school stream can also have an impact on children. Children who study in vocational high schools, technical secondary schools or technical schools are likely to be exposed to society earlier and learn practical skills, which helps them adapt to the work environment more quickly. However, this can also lead to their relatively weak abilities in interpersonal communication, teamwork, etc. In contrast, ordinary high school graduates pay more attention to academic research and comprehensive quality training during their time in school, and may have more advantages in these aspects.
The impact of the high school stream policy on children is multifaceted, involving multiple levels such as psychology, education, occupation and social adjustment. Therefore, when implementing this policy, we must fully consider its possible impact and ensure the fairness and effectiveness of the policy. At the same time, we also need to pay attention to the all-round development and individual needs of children, and provide them with diversified educational paths and opportunities to ensure that each child can go further and more stable on the road in the future.