The Importance Of Diversity In Midwood High Schools

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What is highschool really like? Is it stressful? Will it be difficult making new friends? Starting high school can be overwhelming for some students. They believe making friends will be more difficult. The students at Midwood high school are all diverse which make it easier to makes friends. Midwood high school is a very diverse school. Meaning, the school is full with students from different backgrounds and ethnic groups. According to the website, "Midwood High School - Insideschools.org." Insideschools.org. N.p., n.d. Web. 25 Oct. 2015. ,there are a total of 3787 students and 34% are Asian, another 30% of students are Black, 13% of them are Hispanic, and 23% are white.This information shows the diversity in the school. All these students from different backgrounds come together as one and learn in the same environment. Students were able share their cultures with one another. They can even learn from each other. Unlike how it was in the 19th century, when Black and Whites were separated from each other and Blacks were being treated …show more content…

On the contrary, it brings students together. According to "How Important Is Cultural Diversity at Your School?" GreatSchools Staff, n.d. Web. 25 Oct. 2015, the narrator claims that, “Students who attend schools with a diverse population… learn to function in a multicultural, multiethnic environment.” Since students are accustomed to the diversity within the school, over time they know how to perfectly work in a diverse environment. In other words, students know how to work with other students. It brings students together because in the end students get to know each other really well. School, Midwood High. NYC School Survey 2014-2015 Report (n.d.): n. pag. Web. 25 Oct. 2015, states that 55% of the students agree with this statement. only 11% disagreed which is less students. The unity between students increase and they become a