We're not allowed to pre-teach

A second grader's worksheet was corrected because she didn't capitalize a proper noun. Only trouble is, this was never taught.

When asked about this by the mother, the teacher replied, "We're not allowed to pre-teach."

So this is discovery learning? They have to "discover" that proper nouns get capitalized by doing it wrong first?

I'd almost sooner return to the days when self-esteem was god. Almost.

a step in the right direction

from Eclectic Educator:

From MyCommunity: Ridgewood

TERC Parents

I want to emphasize in this blog that comments made by the board regarding the unfortunate and disappointing incident of Dr. Brooks resignation and my quote in the NY times article published today are in no way directed towards any parent that respectfully voiced their opinions, either at board meetings, via email or by phone.

Most parents like Mrs Elizabeth Gnall, Mrs. Joan O’Keefe, Mrs. Sarah Kate Maskin and Mrs. Linda Moran have been always respectful and insightful in voicing their opinions and we will make every attempt to address their concerns in the near future. Please respect their right to publicly voice their concerns.

The board needs to move forward to address the issue of hiring a interim superintendent by June 30. In addition, with the help of an independent facilitator find the best way to address the parents concerns about the math program.