I watched the 2010 documentary, "Waiting for Superman" today. It was written to shed light on our failing public school system. It highlighted several students and their families all over the country who were seeking opportunities for success outside the neighborhood school and were trying to get accepted into charter schools. The only way to get in is to win in a lottery-style selection process. Some schools have over 700 applicants for only 40 spaces. It was so hard to watch. All those families begging for a school that works!!!
Here are some quotes I took from the movie:
What works? (in reference with the enormous success of RIPP charter schools that are popping up all over)
quality teachers
more classroom time
world class standards
high expectations
real accountability
(In reference to the broken system) - the problem is complex, the steps are simple.
starts with teachers becoming the very best
leaders removing the barriers to change
neighbors committed to their school
you willing to act
Great schools won't come from winning the lottery, they won't come from "Superman", they will come from you.
I recommend checking out the movie! I found some parts eye-opening to say the least.
Thursday, March 31, 2011
Feingold diet video
This is worth watching. I think it's amazing to see the impact the diet has children's learning.
Wednesday, March 30, 2011
news post to watch
http://abcnews.go.com/Health/food-dyes-hyperactivity/story?id=13221478
One to watch and think about!
One to watch and think about!
Food Dye and it's effects on children
I wouldn't have believed it if I hadn't witnessed this personally. One of my granddaughters has had a complete change of behavior since going dye-free. She is only 5 years old and was diagnosed with a sleep disorder, separation anxiety, general anxiety... what a remarkable turn around. And I salute my daughter for trying the dye-free option. It is not easy!! Why do we still put this stuff in food? I am just wondering...
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