The Hidden Challenges of Teaching: Are We Failing Both Educators and Students? As educators, many of us enter the profession driven by a deep-seated passion for our subjects and an eagerness to inspire young minds. However, the reality of teaching often strays far from this initial ideal. Unfortunately, many teachers find themselves caught in a […]
The Case for Teaching Inductive and Deductive Reasoning in High School As a 12th-grade English teacher with a background in philosophy, I’ve often reflected on a crucial skill that seems to be overlooked in our high school curriculum: the explicit teaching of inductive and deductive reasoning. These forms of reasoning are not just abstract concepts; […]
Addressing Recess: Finding Solutions to Keep Kids Engaged In our elementary school, which serves students from kindergarten through 6th grade, we’ve noticed a troubling trend—many of our older students are opting out of recess. Despite having 40 minutes for recess and 20 minutes for lunch, a significant number of 5th and 6th graders are choosing […]
Unveiling My Unpopular Opinion on Standardized Testing Every community has its share of contentious topics, and in the realm of education, standardized testing is often a polarizing subject. While many hold varying opinions on this method of assessment, I’d like to share my perspective: I genuinely believe that standardized testing has a role to play […]
The Case for Mandatory Touch Typing Classes in K-12 Education In today’s digital age, the ability to type efficiently is an essential skill. Yet, touch typing classes are often overlooked in K-12 education curricula. This raises an important question: why aren’t these classes a requirement for all students? More Than Just Speed While many might […]
The Future of Public Education: A Local Perspective on Potential Changes As we approach the upcoming election, pressing questions about the future of public education are surfacing, particularly in conservative states like mine. The discourse surrounding the potential dissolution of the Department of Education, alongside a proposed local ballot measure to eliminate property taxes, raises […]
Understanding Classroom Dynamics and Lunch Periods in U.S. Schools Hello, readers! As someone who isn’t from the U.S., I find myself fascinated by how school systems operate here compared to those back home. One aspect that puzzles me is the practice of students switching classrooms with each period. Why are the roles reversed? Shouldn’t it […]
Navigating the Potential Collapse of the U.S. Public School System: A Hypothetical Exploration In recent discussions, a provocative question has emerged: What would the landscape of education look like if the U.S. public school system were to collapse entirely? It’s a scenario that raises significant concerns and prompts a deeper analysis of possible repercussions. Imagine […]
The Rising Challenge of School Absenteeism in Florida: A Look at Solutions In Florida, the troubling issue of school absenteeism among students has reached critical levels, prompting urgent discussions about potential solutions. One illustrative case is that of River Frey, who faced significant personal hurdles during his high school years. After the loss of his […]
Understanding the Modern Classroom: A Parent’s Perspective As a parent navigating the education system, I’ve found myself reflecting on the significant transformation that classrooms have undergone in recent years. With my daughter currently in sixth grade, I can’t help but compare her educational experience to my own, which seems a world apart. One of her […]