Charters, Credits, Vouchers and More

What's wrong with education?  Well, not as much as you might think in terms of what is taking place in the classrooms around the country!!

But one thing IS wrong with education.  Those who are schooled in education, those who know students, and those who have the background in curriculum are too often excluded from being part of any policy formation.   Those on the front lines are excluded from serious discussion on moving forward.

I raise this point because those, not necessarily in the know, feel that they can create a kaleidoscope or cookbook of ways to deliver public education.  You name it and they have an answer for 'what is wrong with our schools.' 

Essentially their (again non-teachers and building administrations) arguments go like this:  "Here's a voucher...go look for a school." or  "Your local neighborhood school is not doing the job, we'll create a charter."

Where reform is needed, teachers and school officials have many of the best solutions to helping educate our children in the 21st century.  They have to be the driving force in the discussion.

Thanks,
Dick