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Secondary education, which encompasses middle school (or junior high) and high school, typically involves an emphasis on topics like science, math, language, and social studies. Students typically move from classroom to classroom in secondary school, with each teacher focusing on a different subject. Television shows often depict the American classroom, demonstrating exactly how much of a role education plays in the lives of young people across the nation. For many, the classroom is more than just a place for academic learn- ing. It’s also a place for socialization and creativity.

“Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world.” 1 —Nelson Mandela

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Education in the United States