As I’ve said in my original introduction post, I grew up in somewhat of a strict household. When I was ready to start high school, my immigrant parents didn’t know what to expect. My local high school was not that great academically or socially.
They felt the best option was an all girls private school. I was very reluctant. Why did I have to go to a private school , wear a uniform, and go to school with all girls ? But my parents made it very clear, it was either that , or I don’t go to school.
The thought of not going to school was pretty scary to me. In addition to that, I never really went against my parents wishes, at least never openly to their faces. What they didn’t know, didn’t hurt them ( or me for that matter ).
I didn’t know what to expect, and I didn’t like the idea of wearing a uniform everyday either.
Last night, someone said to me “oh, I give you credit. I could have never went to an all girls School.” This really offended me. I couldn’t believe she said that to me. This younger girl, who grew up in a far from strict household and went away to college to party more than to learn , had the nerve to say this to me.
As a teenager I didn’t appreciate going to an all girls school. However, as an adult I realize the advantages I had by going to a private all girls school. We didn’t have to worry about boys grabbing me or harassing me. I didn’t have to worry about what I said in class. I didn’t have to worry about crushes, dating, and breakups in school. I didn’t have to worry about competing with a boy . I didn’t have to worry about the stereotypes of girls aren’t good in math and science. Math is where I excelled.
I think going to an all girls school helped me become less intimidated by men and made me a stronger woman. When I went to college, I was never afraid or intimidated to question a mans theory on something. I was always up for a debate, and stood my ground. If I knew I was right, I did not back down.