I grew up in a small country in Central America named El Salvador. As a kid I dreamed of moving to the U.S because my father was over there working, also because it looked beautiful in the movies and I wanted to see the tall buildings that rose above the clouds. But my way of thinking still had not developed enough to be able to understand the real reason people move to the U.S and the effects it had on the country. Two reasons people move to the U.S are freedom and education; two effects are diversity and competition.
First reason people move to the U.S is freedom. People in other countries are victims of unfair treatment by their government or law enforcement. They also suffer from poverty and violence which is why they seek a better life, perhaps not only for themselves but also for their future children. Seeing that the U.S is portrayed to be best country in the world, people see it as their way out to a safer place and will risk their lives to get there. For example crossing
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Often taken for granted, education serves as a base in the ladder of success. People living in other countries, that do not offer free education, are able to see how powerful knowledge is. This realization transforms into a goal, which is taking full advantage of the free education offered and also the many grants and scholarships handed out specifically to students of immigrant families. Children living in underdeveloped countries usually share the same dream of attending a school that has everything they need such as desks, paper, pencils, updated textbooks, a board, and even a lunch. There have been many students that come to the U.S from countries that are unable to provide the same level of education as the U.S and become successful by taking advantage of the opportunities given to them. This is why education is very important to immigrants because it not only makes it possible to have a successful life but also grants them
To no one’s surprise, most Americans are aware that education is a necessity in life. Not only does it allow one to further their knowledge, but it can offer freedom from anything holding them back, like poverty. A bar graph statistic from the Congressional Budget Office found that people with their Master’s degree between ages of 45-54 years old make $130,000, whereas high school graduates between the same ages only make about $70,000 (Dent). Even though America offers some of the best education in the world, many do not realize the impact that social class has on one’s education. Whereas most other nations fund their schools equally, America spends much more on the more affluent districts.
Many people come to America to chase and experience the “American Dream” and also live out their life to the fullest; which they could not have had if they would have lived in other countries from around the world; as they don't have equal rights like
They moved in the hope of finding better jobs and higher wages and for a time they found those things. Yet in the wake of a long-term decline in manufacturing in the United States, the economic
(Ryan, 2000, p.35). There are many reasons migrant families leave their countries. They might be forced out, for political or economic reasons, or because they have family already living in the United States. However, the main goal for many is to become more like Miguel explained. For any migrant child living in the Central Valley they can connect to this American dream because that is what their family is trying to do.
Immigrants from all over the world migrate to American in the search of a true and honest life in search of liberty and the pursuit of
Education is one of the greatest tools for the young mind. Education, especially a college education, can provide a young person with incredible opportunities that can take them far in life. These immigrants feel as Americans and deserve the same education opportunity as any other American. “Undocumented students, they argue, often bring unique viewpoints and backgrounds to campus, excel academically and contribute to the economy after graduating,” (Fattal). These students bring fresh viewpoints into their school environment because of their experiences.
I am a product of the American education system. I have been placed into this very institution ever since I could hold up a pencil and say my own name. Education is highly valued in my traditional Asian household because knowledge is seen as power. Knowledge, as an attribute, is related to achieving the American Dream. Making it up the ladder of success is the classic rags to riches mentality that is deeply embedded into the heads of many minority families.
Being the first generation Asian-Hispanic American, I recognize the importance of being the first in my family in gaining an education. Throughout my youth, I seen my parents work in difficult jobs just to keep food on the table. Especially my mother was an immigrant, arriving to this country at age 16 and her highest education is just a middle school diploma. She struggles in finding jobs due to lack of education, thus she works in jobs that nobody wants such as factories, fields and even traveling across the country as a migrant worker. She would accept any job, no matter how hard it is and how low they pay because she only wants the best for me.
As an American basically we are entitled to an academic education. This aspect of being an American is frequently taken for granted. There are some countries where an education is viewed as a luxury. Growing up in this world one needs more than an academic education. One also needs the opportunity to be taught how to deal with life as a whole.
Immigrants were coming into the country knowing nothing but their own culture and the idea of obtaining a
The first time they are introduced to a formal education is in a school building. The school system lays out a foundation that develops a child 's mind, nurtures their gifts and teaches about responsibility. These key factors set up a child to become successful and soar high in life because they have learned the basis to society. Children from disadvantaged backgrounds are forced to abandon their education due to health problems related to malnutrition, or work to provide support for their family. In some third world countries the lack of education is scarce and not valued as much.
Living in a potent economic country, immigrants like us have found more chances of employment from low skilled level to professional level with increased salary. We can get better pay compared to what we can get in our country. The dollar value is also much higher and more stable than many other countries’ currency which gives us a chance to support relatives still residing back in our native land. Finally, we come to the United States because we have our families already residing here and we desire to be reunited with them.
People dream of freedom. A freedom that can bestow opportunities, a freedom that can establish equality, and a freedom that can promote success—people dream of the American dream. Many pursue it believing that education is the primary pathway to achieving success, and through education and hard work they can lower barriers; thus, being capable of scaling upward in the social ladder. Sadly, this dream has been tainted by myths that are associated with education. For example, some people claim that education is the grand equalizer of society, so through proper schooling everyone has the same chance of move up the social ladder.
It is part of human nature to strive to go further, achieve more and become a better person. Many people nowadays decide to leave their country in search for a better life in order to provide positive changes for their future, and that is the main reason as to why people migrate. Reasons for immigration can include lack of educational opportunities, the standard of living is not being high enough, or the low value of wages. Immigration has become a major part of life in the 20th century, and many people see America as the land of freedom, countless opportunities and thus they choose to migrate to the United States whether as naturalized citizens, legal permanent residents, refugees, international students, or even undocumented immigrants. The
The U.S. has a very good education system and it can help people become anything they want to be in life, which is why immigrants want their