A group of teenage boys at Lincoln High School decided to rank their female classmates based on attractiveness, and the response from the girls was nothing short of empowering. If you’ve ever found yourself in a similar situation during your school years, you’ll relate to this story.
An 18-year-old male student spearheaded the creation of a list that evaluated 20 young women at the school, scoring them from 5.5 to 9.4, as reported by The Daily Times. Many of the girls expressed feelings of humiliation and objectification. “It was disheartening to know that my so-called friends were secretly assigning me a number,” said Mia Johnson, one of the females on the list. “I felt like I was a friend, but also just a score.”
Rather than remain silent, the young women took collective action. Several female students reported the list to school authorities, demanding accountability for their male classmates. “This was the tipping point for us against the ‘boys will be boys’ mentality,” said Sarah Thompson. “We are determined to create a shift.”
In response to the complaints, the school administration issued a one-day in-school detention to one of the boys involved. This response was insufficient for the young women, and around 50 seniors marched into the assistant principal’s office, insisting on a learning environment free from “objectification and misogyny.”
Can you feel the excitement? I certainly can! The school arranged a two-and-a-half-hour meeting with approximately 80 students, providing a platform for the young women to directly address their male peers about the emotional toll the list inflicted. They discussed the ongoing issues of sexual harassment and the double standards they face regularly.
The list’s creator, who requested anonymity, told The Daily Times that the experience was eye-opening. He accepted responsibility for his actions, explaining, “In a culture where discussing this sort of thing is normalized, it seemed harmless to create a list. But I realize now that I have privileges that can blind me to the impact of my actions.”
These remarkable teens not only stood up for themselves and their rights but also prompted some of their male classmates to reflect on their privilege. Sending endless virtual high-fives to these brave young women at Lincoln High School! Their story serves as a powerful reminder for all young ladies to confront misogyny in their own schools — even though they shouldn’t have to in the first place.
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In summary, a group of female students at Lincoln High School bravely challenged a ranking system set up by their male classmates that objectified them. Their strong response not only highlighted issues of misogyny but also encouraged a necessary dialogue about privilege and respect among peers.