Week 5 - Lunchroom Scenario Activity Reflection


This lunchroom scenario activity was a fun and unique representation that fit well with the jocks and burnouts book. I went through each character at least one time and you could see the stereotypes behind both groups rather quickly. The most interesting for me was how the characters change as they interact with different social categories. Take Ashlee for example (with 2 e’s). In appearance she is dressed up in comparison to the other students. She labels herself as being popular but, she of course can’t help it she just has so many friends. Overall, she would be a Jock as she cares about the social side of school and is involved in clubs. She comes off as a mean girl who belittles others, gossips, and doesn’t allow just anyone to sit with her. However, as she interacts with others you see that she feels a bit lost and alone outside of her social group. She thinks the intellectual group ignores her for example. That character worries that Ashlee just wants to start trouble with her. There is a clear hierarchy and separation. You can also see this with Chad. He is the captain of the football team and not a great student but, still strives for a scholarship and would be considered a Jock. He is struggling to fit in with his group as he finds them rude and loud but, if he stands up to them they will start to tease him. There is a quick bias here. I also found it interesting how they interact with adults. You see this idea where the Jocks are not questioned or held to the same standard as Burnouts because of their relationship. I wonder if this is still the same today. What can we do knowing this information to change the dynamic in schools be it as a parent, teacher, administrator, etc.?

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