Social Class

              There are numerous types of social class that need to be considered when we think about different aspects within this term. Different levels of social class exist within wealth, education, age, and many more. Although most people don't realize it, there is no doubt that we all actively think of ourselves and each other as being part of a class.
              Regarding wealth, it's obvious that there is a wide range of incomes between individuals. And this range is what determines the distinct lines between classes (upper, middle, and lower). Therefore, even without thinking about it, you are automatically part of a class when you are making your own money. The distinction between upper, middle and lower class often determines how individuals are treated. Throughout history we see that upper class thinks much less of individuals within the lower class, mainly because the upper class thinks they are more civilized.
             Social classes that exist within education are based upon the type of education that an individual receives. For example, in the movie "Rushmore". Since Max had attended a school of such high status and sophistication like Rushmore, when he got kicked out and was forced to go to public school, we see a huge difference in his attitude. He thought of himself much more superior than the kids that attended public school and bossed them around. He also refused to give the nice asian girl that was interested in him the time of day.
              Distinct social classes associated with age exist because of different levels of maturity. It's obvious that the older you are, the more mature you are. However, in some instances, people take this mind set to extremes. For example, high school. Throughout my high school experience so far, it's safe to say that I see the segregation between grades every single day. For some reason, older grades think it's okay to treat the younger grades like garbage. This is most likely because the older individuals feel as though they are more "experienced" than the younger individuals. I think this example is an instance where people actually desire to actively think of ourselves as being part of a class. Individuals will want to think of themselves as the older kids because it's natural to want to have authority over certain groups or people.