The Importance of Being Earnest

Yesterday I went to see the Art Festival at the elementary school. Students in different grades performed musicals and plays. Some of the performances looked pretty good for the performers' ages. But what struck me most was the students' seriousness, their endeavor to do their best. Since I have been conducting fieldwork at the school, I saw how much their practiced for the Festival. Of course, almost none of the students aspire to become professional performers; however, I hope they have learned the importance of making a best effort through their preparation for the Festival.