Nerd? Jock? Prep? None. The many stereotypes of our school buzz around us each and every day.

Stop for just one minute and think about the positives of the people around you. You might be thinking yellow shirt, green eyes, long hair, or you might even be thinking cheerleader, nerd, or jock.

The judgment towards others is not a good way to start your year. First impressions are very memorable and judging someone by how they look makes you come off as a jerk. Everyone comes to school for one common purpose: to learn.

Should people really be judged? I mean most impressions are judged off clothes and make-up. When it comes down to it, are clothes and make-up that big of a deal? It is ridiculous that people judge by such things; they don’t show the heart or sense of caring towards others.

Sure, I understand everyone is different and unique – it’s our right to be – but should people really be judged just based on appearance? What counts the most is not on the outside, but on the inside.

That “nerd” sitting to your left could be the next Bill Gates. The “cheerleader” in the back of math class could be Sean Johnson’s next rival. The person in the front right corner could end up marrying you.

No one knows what the future holds for us, but judging someone now can limit the possibilities for your future.