Most students at BSGE are familiar with the rule that only certain grades are allowed to go out for lunch. This rule has been enforced for a long time, and over the years, has become a topic that students often talk about. Some students like the rule, while others disagree with it. It’s something that many students and staff have their own opinions on, and a conversation starter.
Right now, students in the higher grades, particularly high school, can go out for lunch. However, many underclassmen wonder if that should change. Some students think it’s unfair that younger grades can’t go out, while others believe that it’s the best decision for safety and responsibility.
One seventh-grade student, Beau Estreich, shared his thoughts on this by saying, “Only high school students should be allowed to go out for lunch because they are more responsible.” This opinion is shared by a lot of students, as well as some of the teachers at BSGE. A lot of people believe that high school students can be trusted to make good decisions during lunch due to their age.
An anonymous sophomore and an anonymous junior both pointed out that it might not be safe for younger students to go outside for lunch. They argued that since 7th and 8th graders are still young, it could be risky for them to leave school during lunchtime.
Ms. Gallo, an English teacher at BSGE, believes that all high school students should be allowed to go out for lunch. She said that letting high schoolers go outside would help them develop a sense of autonomy and budgeting skills. Ms. Gallo thinks that giving high school students more freedom to make decisions would help them develop a stronger sense of responsibility.
In the end, it seems that while many students, especially in 7th and 8th grade, might wish they could go out for lunch, it’s probably safer for them to stay inside for now. High school students are more mature and have a better understanding of how to budget their money and manage their time. Allowing them to leave for lunch would give them an opportunity to use those skills in real life. So, for now, it looks like the current rule will stay in place, at least until younger students can prove themselves.
