Quote by John Updike

School is where you go between when your parents can't take you, and industry can't take you.

School is where you go between when your parents can't take

Summary

This quote suggests that schools are seen as institutions that provide an intermediate space for individuals who are not yet ready or suited for the workforce. It implies that schools act as a transitional phase in a person's life, offering education and preparation for future employment. Furthermore, it implies that the responsibility of supporting and nurturing children falls on parents until they can "pass" them on to schools, which are viewed as a training ground before entering the professional world.

By John Updike

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