At such as unprecedented time, COVID-19 killed many people around the globe, ruined many economies(such as the U.S), and called for a time to think and reflect. We have been so dependent on a routine to get up out of your bed, go to school or work, come back home and then do the same thing over again. For many, its just an endless cycle that distracts people from stopping, looking at something bigger than themselves, and reflecting. During this time, I realized that I am so grateful for the things that I have: a family, food, a house, and technology. At this time, there are people in neighboring towns that are struggling to get food or even to do school and homework without a Chromebook or an iPad. Since the school closure, I have been watching a lot of Youtube, Facetiming, Messaging, and Calling. I don't play too many video games since I have an iMac which has really benefited me so that I don't get sucked into a hole of addiction. However, the Youtube algorithm is something that can't be overlooked. After you watch one video, there's no escaping. For the first week and a half, I watched alot, but when I realized I had to study for AP Exams and the SAT along with doing schoolwork, I minimized it. Also, I have been facetiming, calling, and messaging most of my friends so that we can still stay connected. It's tough not seeing them, but I've slowly gotten used to it. If it's a good day outside, I will fly my drone around Fox Hill or even in some busy places. Having a view from above makes it way more interesting and also showed the impact the Corona virus had on the public. In terms of distance learning, I have mixed feelings on it. For one, it's kinda good for my AP classes where we can review for the AP Exam, but for the other classes, I feel like its all busy work. Work that probably won't even benefit me in the long run. Along with all that, I wish that the teachers could just grade that work like any other work we have had prior to Coronacation. Instead of putting COM or INC on Aspen, for completion or in completion, I would rather have a regular number grade to go with the assignment. This way, grading would still be the same and if there are any issues, the teacher and student could discuss it via google hangouts, email, or any other form of communication.
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