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Goes to show you what leftists they are. They value their own pathetic feelings over the fact of this young man's social ineptitude, largely by their encouragement. All they truly care about is remaining in power.
He said he was unqualified to represent his class members, however he has represented every freaking student across the globe. I take my hat off to you, sir
I graduated yesterday( june 26 2019) my parents were criticizing me for not getting any award or not being the valedictorian. This video popped in my recommendation suddenly. Thanks youtube.
You are amazing for who you are not the superficial accolades and achievements of which has proliferated and as a result, perverted the original purpose of the education system.
This was my graduating class. Johnathan is the valedictorian's name, quiet guy but brilliant of course (I can recall in the 4th grade he would be sitting on the bench during recess solving the rubik's cube back to back to back). I remember his speech quite clearly. Shortly after he started speaking, it went dead silent, everybody seemed astounded, listening intently. I went to school with Johnathan for all of grade school and was never really friends with him but I felt proud in that moment. And if you're wondering, yes, nearly all of the teaching staff on that stage behind him did NOT look happy lol. Anyway I had to type that out, a wave of nostalgia hit me. You understand. GBHS class of '16 ✊
@@lionorlopez8802 I'll admit my intentions were for mockery at least in part, but don't take it too harshly. I've also struggled with defining my self-worth based solely on my cognitive ability. If I'm not the "smart kid" then what else am I good for? All I can say is that intelligence is not very well defined, and probably never will be. Nowadays, I just assume that anybody I meet is smarter than me in at least one area, and that's okay.
The ironic thing is that he proved his higher-than-average intelligence by saying this. He is absolutely right. But most people are unable to get that far in high school. I'm glad he said what he said.
He's not the most intelligent man on earth stop being narrow thinking.not saying he ain't but to make a claim like that is unforgivable think before u make your next text
Fascinating, what a smart young man. Public schools need to bring back shop classes and stop labeling people as "Learning Disabled" and start figuring out how to teach them better, instead of leaving them in the dust. I speak as a high school dropout who turned to drugs for comfort after I was labeled and fell through the cracks.
I came across this video in May 2019 and what an amazing honest speech. It's so true how teachers and the school system focuses on the smart ones and forgets the students struggling with grades, who in fact are the ones that need positive attention and feedback. Congrats to this young man and all the best for your future and your bravery . You definitely have balls to face anything the world has to offer. Blessings from a Chilean woman who lives in Winnipeg, Manitoba Canada 🇨🇱🇨🇦👍
Kenneth Schechter yeah it is very flawed, it really limits your potential most of time, what I think would help improve it is by dulling the test mentality and focus more on your strengths.
Honestly the American system should be changed where it's like College. You get classes according to the goal you're trying to achieve. ( Like why we gotta know about Physics or Calculus if you trynna major in business)
Jacob Saenz yes he did. he openly admitted his achievement kept him from reaching any real success and that it drove him into a state of social isolation. that those who scored less than him, made the true experiences and prepared themselves properly for the future.
Jacob Saenz He disses himself. The point of his speech was that there are people more impressive than him, better than him, harder working than him, the only reason he got chosen as Valedictorian was because he was only good with academics whereas others did other stuff too. His entire point was that he didn't get picked because he was the best, he was picked because he was king of the nerds.
Life throws tools at you. Education's benefit is that, it funnels specific tools. Either you catch it and do great things with it? Find new ways to use it. Or you let it hit the ground or fly right pass you. You may even intentionally try to dodge it completely because you let one smack u in the face cause u missed it coming. It comes down to "How you think." Less of "What you think." How you apply the knowledge available.
This probably won’t make his special day/life easier but I’m so proud that he expresses his true feelings and something that a lot of people can resonate with. That’s been left unsaid. He’ll never truly understand what this meant for some people but I’m very grateful.
@@austinanthony4016 yeah honestly xc I just want to explore better ways to improve creative problem solving and cognitive reasoning. If I do public speaking as a supplement you never know, it could get some attention
Why would a teacher be against this. I'm not from the US but most teachers here also hate the school system - just because they're teachers doesn't mean they have to like it and approve it, and giving people the chance to speak up is good for them too.
He's right. I also graduated as valedictorian this year and it's not because I'm the smartest or the most hard working student, it's because I learned how to "work the system" or how to get perfect grades with the least amount of work and smarts possible.
His awareness of systemic issues in education perhaps makes him a good advocate for students' interests. That's different than being a fitting class rep, though. A good class rep is someone who can speak from a shared set of experiences with his/her classmates about what their time in highschool together meant. He gave the most responsible speech that someone like him in his position could give and it took an admirable combination of guts and humility to give it, but I wouldn't be surprised if there was a person at least as socially aware who's also thought about all of this before. I actually wouldn't be surprised if the speaker consulted with someone like that. (edited for grammar, because we're talking about school.)
*THIS* is why as an Asian, I have so much respect for the West. Their culture of questioning things and encouraging excellence allows them to make mistakes but improve and learn from it. Similarly, it's hardly a surprise that that the very thing he talked about, the GPA=LIFE mindset, is more prevalent in Asia than anywhere else, and why it's no surprise that we don't see many new discoveries or technological advancements originating from Asia.
@@basedmystik Would you care to name some? I mean, I'm not saying there are ZERO, but when we compare the massive numbers from the western world with the tiny few from the Asian world....well it sure pales in comparison. The very platform that allows us to even have this discussion, yeah....not from Asia.
@@chrisansenwanadi2759 Nah, a joke needs to be funny, and China sickens me with their disgusting shameful behavior. A "country" built off intellectual property theft and one that has been stealing from the world for years....yeah that's no longer a joke, its just disgusting.
Note how all the parents stood up clapping and cheering as well, quite the standing ovation. For god sakes he left school officials in tears........ time for a change people
Michael 1 I know of valedictorians who were able to attain the highest GPA and still be involved in other aspects of high school. They're not mutually exclusive.
Ironically, this speech proves that he is in fact not only worthy, but brilliant beyond his years, is deserving of the constructed title of valedictorian, and is most likely is the smartest guy in the room.
We should all know this by now. It's nothing new. I appreciate his courage and honesty, but it's not original thinking. I never had a class rank in high school, and the valedictorian wasn't the person to speak at graduation because the district acknowledged that class rank isn't a good system and made changes accordingly well before I passed through.
jjmah7 Intelligence is not what sets him apart from the others. It's his drive, persistence and discipline. There are far more 'smart' people in the audience than him
The way he wrote the speech was perfect for when others would realize his intentions it would be too late to stop and would probably only do more damage.
MONERISplayzTM If you tried this in grades K-12, they would stop you so quick. The American education system has you forfeit your rights whenever you enter a place of learning
As a graduating senior of then coming 2025, I respect this man so much. I aim for A’s as well. But, I am not at the level of anywhere near him. But, I have no regrets, since I am enjoying most of my time. I have joined clubs I like, made connections with teachers and classmates of all levels. Made fun memories and many friends. I don’t have regrets on not being at the top. Since that too will be too much stress as is. The title is not worth the blood and tears.
My mom’s a teacher and let me tell you, they don’t have it any better than the student. They’re underpaid to deal with the kids who don’t want to learn because of how the system works. Teachers don’t get to choose teaching strategies. My mom once got in trouble for allowing an adhd student to stand and move around so he could learn more easily. She was trying to help the child but it went against the system and they wouldn’t have it.
Dude, teachers don't have it any better. Most I've met agree with everything said here. Low wages are still a problem, and many teachers need to get mulitple jobs to support teaching. Large class sizes also doesn't allow them to spend time with the kids and really help them. The system itself is broken, and needs a change.
jeff the drawing I know of valedictorians who were able to attain the highest GPA and still be involved in other aspects of high school. They're not mutually exclusive.
Mostly the administrators though, a lot of the teachers are just as disillusioned with the system as the students. Especially the ones that have been teaching for a long time.
well its supposed that if you got a straight A is because you know the subjects in your exams and this is just a system to proof Employers that you know about those subjects, buts thats it, is only for Productive proposes and to filter people out of jobs who aren't qualified if you care about the knowledge for personal proposes, you dont need the system to tell you if you got them to feel better about yourself you just seek the knowledge by yourself for the sake of knowing and not bragging
I have so many A's in some of my high school classes and I do not remember a single thing today because it isn't remotely remotely applicable for my studies.
Elinzar Not really. I mean you could get 100s on all your tests but you never do any work and get an F. Getting straight A’s mean you were a teachers pet that probably isn’t as naturally intelligent as others.
That moment when the school thought their best student was gonna put in a good word for their school and how it’s important... *But then gets fucking exposed by their best student*
I can find someone in the comment section that wasn't paying attention at all. Did you not hear how he said he wasn't the best? How there were students that were actually better than him? He worked the system. Not every student will be able to. Even those more intelligent.
John Ortiz Yup. Valedictorian and salutatorian at my school never took extracurriculars. The next three did take extracurriculars, despite having more work and doing just as well, if not better.
He is an incredible young man. So proud of him. Whatever, he accomplishes in life is one thing. But, in Heaven he will have a high place. His honesty is sooo refreshing.
I graduated 111 out of 222. Today, I’m the guy giving you anesthesia for surgery; your mom her epidural for labor, and your brother a nerve block when he breaks his leg and needs surgery. I felt this speech.
he said GPA means nothing...a literal number achievement...he gives credence to his fellow peers who also put their efforts in other crucial human high school experience... Love his humility and his frankness
In the real world, employers don't care if you took basket weaving or helped old ladies cross the street. They want to know how fast you can assimilate into their business systems and if you can make those systems more efficient when you do. For the present, the bottom line is what matters. It's how the boss and you are rewarded (at least financially).
He was right but he was also wrong. GPA measures a student's ability to succeed in purely academics. The highest GPA (depending on which high school) is probably the sole reason to becoming a valedictorian. He said that through his pursuit of getting a high GPA, he missed out on extracurricular activities. The truth is, if he knew how to manage his time, he could've achieved both.
@@donjohnson8120 well think about if he decided to chose band or Athletics it would lower his GPA because its not weighted. Not trying to offend you ofcourse
But how can you weight extracurricular activity? You can't. I've been around Valedictorians before and they do participate in extracurricular activities. Besides, when a high school student applies to college, his grades from his high school courses will be the best reflection of his abilities to succeed in college. You going to tell me a C student in high school who joins every club, is the captain of the football team, and take photos for the school newspaper, and was the president of the student body, should be admitted into Harvard business school? There's a reason why non-academic courses activities are referred as "extra" curricular. lol
