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Students Receive Heartfelt Message from Teacher: More Than Just Test Scores
Get Pregnant Fast In a touching moment in Texas, a student returned home with a remarkable note from her teacher just before the State of Texas Assessment of Academic Readiness (STAAR) exams for math and reading. This wasn’t a typical reminder to hit the books; rather, it was a profound reminder that students are much…
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My Son Wasn’t Accepted into the Gifted Program, and I’m Totally Fine with It
Get Pregnant Fast When my wife delivered the news to our son, Alex, he tried to mask his disappointment. “You didn’t make it into the gifted program at school,” she said gently. While he shrugged it off, I could see that the weight of rejection hung heavy on him. Surprisingly, I felt a sense of…
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What If Schools Embraced Art Galleries Instead of Prison-Like Environments?
Get Pregnant Fast In today’s education landscape, the relentless focus on standardized testing often sidelines essential programs like arts education. However, a progressive network of public charter schools in New York City, known as Ascend Learning, is striving to change this narrative—one performance and artwork at a time. In an insightful piece for The Atlantic,…
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Obama Acknowledges What We’ve All Known: Kids Are Overloaded with Tests
Get Pregnant Fast For years, parents have voiced their concerns about the overwhelming number of standardized tests imposed on our children in schools, and it seems that former President Obama has finally chimed in, reinforcing our long-held beliefs. In a recent video posted on the White House Facebook page, he advocated for capping the number…
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The 5 Aspirations I Hold for My Kids in Elementary School
Get Pregnant Fast As a parent, my heart is deeply invested in my children’s education. The choices we make regarding our home, finances, and daily routines all aim to provide the best opportunities for their future. While my kids are generally having positive experiences, thanks to dedicated educators who strive for excellence in today’s challenging…
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Why I’m Thinking About Opting My Son Out of Standardized Tests
Get Pregnant Fast As a parent navigating the educational landscape, I find myself grappling with a significant decision regarding my oldest son, who is currently in third grade. This year, he’s set to take the Partnership for Assessment of Readiness for College and Careers (PARCC) standardized test—a rite of passage that many parents today dread.…
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Shocking Teacher Insights on Standardized Testing That Will Leave You Speechless
Get Pregnant Fast Teachers are finally voicing their frustrations about the challenges of standardized testing in New York. Over the past two weeks, students have been taking the state-mandated Common Core tests, starting with English Language Arts and moving on to math. From the outset, several issues have emerged, including errors in the test materials…
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Teacher Sends Uplifting Note to Student with Autism After Standardized Test Setback
Get Pregnant Fast In a world often criticized for its reliance on standardized testing, the challenges these assessments pose for all students—especially those with learning differences—are increasingly evident. A recent story exemplifies the importance of encouragement and understanding in education. An 11-year-old named Alex Parker faced disappointment when he didn’t pass his standardized tests. However,…
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Is Standardized Testing Really Worth the Stress?
Get Pregnant Fast As someone who has always had a relatively relaxed approach to tests, I find myself pondering: is the stress of standardized testing truly justified? I have fond memories of taking the Iowa Tests of Basic Skills back in elementary school, but times have changed dramatically. Standardized assessments are now omnipresent, infiltrating our…
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Not a Fan of Standardized Testing? Consider Relocating to Miami
Get Pregnant Fast In response to growing concerns from parents and educators about the excessive amount of standardized testing that detracts from valuable classroom time, Miami has emerged as a potential haven for families seeking a different educational experience. Recent technological failures during testing have further shaken confidence in these assessments as accurate measures of…