Stereotypes, My Life, and Other Unfortunate Events

The concept I found the most interesting, was the one about constructivism. We all endure schemata each and every day. I can really relate to this topic because I was always the black sheep through out school. When I relocated to Stockton, I didn't live in the best neighborhoods. But due to my advance knowledge and intellect I was able to attend the best elementary and middle school which also set me up for the best path in high school. I was in the G.A.T.E. program which stands for: Gifted and Talented Education. I loved the challenge; I was reading college level books in third grade. But unfortunately, especially where I am from, it is rare to see an African American advance in their studies. For some strange reason, I was teased for being black and smart. One girl asked me if I needed condoms since the teen pregnancy rate is at its all-time high, specifically among Black women. I never really understood the concept of stereotypes until I got to high school. Teachers were in shock that I would walk into their AP classes. The stigmas I had to face sucked, but I couldn't react the way they expected me to though. I faced many situations to where the enemy would want me to get mad but I kill them with kindness. Fortunately, I graduated the top 10% with high honors so I guess you could say I'm still proving those stereotypes wrong, I will not be conforming anytime soon :)