Honor

To all of the incoming freshmen of BVHS, honor is important to have. Students and teachers should both respect you, but respect is not just given to people, it is earned. Derek Jeter is very honorable because he was never outworked and everyone wanted to play like him. He was the highest standard for how Baseball should be played, and that is what made him one of the greatest shortstops' of all time. I respect those who do what they are supposed to do even when no one is watching. Those with integrity are often very well-respected. I respect people that will tell the truth all the time and don't cheat for success. People that hold themselves to a higher standard and take accountability for their actions are honorable people. Those serving or have served in the military are very honorable people because they lay their life on the line to protect every citizen of the United States. That is why we honor those people when we sing the national anthem and on certain days like Veteran's day and the Fourth of July. I believe that working hard is very honorable. As freshmen, you need to have the mentality that you want to be the best that you can be. You will not go anywhere in high school or in life without hard work. During High School, there will be a time when you can take the easy way out or become lazy and not do assignments. This cannot become a habit if you are trying to succeed in High School. Your grades in High School affect your GPA which affects which college you want to attend. Everything matters from now on in High School so make sure to make the most of it.