I understand that it is easy to be quite cynical about the state of education. Too much standardized testing, an over intrusion by various government agencies, and the dismal state of affairs with regard to what communities deal with in the face of poverty, blight, low wages, safety and more.
Add to the above, the very real issue that educators are under attack from the so called reformers and that educators KNOW they aren't really the power brokers when it comes to curriculum and one has a recipe for cynicism.
All I can say is that there are thoughtful, conscientious teachers and supporters out there who will not stand for education being battered by ill conceived plans or misguided leaders. Many are already pushing back against the private sector driven forces intent upon running public education. Know that all of you who really challenge yourselves and students aren't doing this in vain.
The pendulum does swing and people will wake up to the reality that those who endeavor in the halls of public education are vital to our success. Keep on keeping on!!!
Dick
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