a strong introductory paragraph. Drag and arrange the strong pieces in the white space below. Introductory Paragraph: Your answer Sentence menu - Drag sentences from here to use in your answer. In order to help students achieve academic success, high schools should offer courses on how to build self-esteem. In high school, people should be able to take courses on how to build self-esteem, in my opinion. In his epic poem The Aeneid, Virgil explains how certain characters conquer obstacles: "They can because they think they can." Though Virgil's words might make self-confidence seem straightforward, many American teenagers struggle to see beyond their own self-doubts in everyday situations. Unfortunately, low levels of self-esteem affect students' ability to enjoy their time in school and perform well academically.