The significance of Jack's mask in chapter 4 of Lord of the Flies is that it allows him to feel liberated from "shame and self-consciousness" as he embraces his savage nature without guilt or embarrassment. Hidden behind his clay mask, Jack is free to behave like a primitive, bloodthirsty savage.
Eduacation always comes first before anything else without education most kids couldn't even get into sports so I disagree education always comes first.
