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Tuesday, May 26, 2015
Despite massive testing problems Duval may still fail third graders who don't do well on the tests.
I have had to answer some heart-wrenching e-mails today from parents who are confused, angry, and scared for their children's future. How can we ever justify the stress placed on 8 year olds to pass a test that we can't even say is valid. This whole situation would be laughable if it wasn't hurting children. I am embarrassed to be a part of this, even if it is out of my control.
Fire Vitti now. Where are protestors and marchers? Third grade lives matter.
ReplyDeleteIt's like they're pooping in our mouths & calling it a sundae. After this I would urge any parent to "opt out" of any kind of future testing.
ReplyDeleteI have had to answer some heart-wrenching e-mails today from parents who are confused, angry, and scared for their children's future. How can we ever justify the stress placed on 8 year olds to pass a test that we can't even say is valid. This whole situation would be laughable if it wasn't hurting children. I am embarrassed to be a part of this, even if it is out of my control.
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