Sherry uses some valid points to address her statement, but could use more than just one example to show readers how the “F” word might be used in the classroom . The author makes it clear that many graduates or dropouts do not have the basic skills to face life, because they have been "deceived by our education system" and she wants to do something about it (1). Sherry demonstrates that without a proper education, some students are unprepared to enter the workforce or fail to understand reading or writing. Education is very important in life and it is vital that students pass and graduate once they graduate. To get students to stay focused and determined, Sherry says the “F,” meaning failure, motivates these high school seniors to work harder and put education first. The “F” word is a “policy that worked in the past and can work today” (2). This is very effective, because if teachers continued to enforce failure on their students and push them to do better, then many students would have a better understanding of the skills needed to succeed. Although Sherry makes a good point about education and failure, she could cite more real life examples to show readers how effective the "F" word can be, Sherry mentioned that her son's teacher used the failure on him and it worked, but what about the other kids that aren't his? How will readers know if the Failure Card works on some students? Many students get distracted and the “F” word doesn't work or it works but it doesn't always work. Sherry could have explained those types of situations and given readers a better understanding. Overall, Sherry provides good details to back her up