In the narrative, Jack observes a conflict between the collective mentality of the school and the individual experiences of its students. The institution wields significant influence and power, dictating responses to behavior that deviates from its norms. When a child fails to conform, he is labeled as autistic and considered to have an altered perception of reality, leading to consequences that ostracize him from the school environment.

This expulsion signifies a broader issue where the school system seeks to manage those who don't fit into its mold, relegating them to alternative institutions like Camp Ben-Gurion. There, the focus shifts from education to rehabilitation, suggesting that certain students are viewed as problems rather than potential learners, further emphasizing the prevailing attitudes towards mental health and education in this context.