The Turmoil Continues

I know full well that Schools Count Corp. will not solve all the issues that confront children, their families, and the educators working with these students. However, I am aware of the good that is being done for these deserving citizens.

What is maddening, perplexing, and disconcerting is the fact, yes, a fact, is that the general population is being led to believe that American education is in peril, on the decline. It's not in peril!! It's not in peril because of the dedicated teachers who daily demonstrate their concern for the overall well being of their students. The state of education is evolving but it isn't shortchanging anyone.

The danger or peril lies with some government officials and 'corporate reformers' who have imposed their will and dogma on students and educators. Their mantra goes like this; the system is broken therefore we must have a)more testing, b)more competition, c)more choice (vouchers), d)more privatization and e)more accountability.

These 'reformers' spew nonsense!! Kids continue to learn while teachers constantly challenge the kids and themselves. Educators, by the way, have always fulfilled their charge to be accountable. Fortunately, they feel beholden to their students, not to today's version of 'reformers.' Thank goodness.

Dick