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Tuesday, November 3, 2009
Our children are more than test scores
Check out the new video about how high stakes testing in our schools has forced teachers to teach to the test, schools to close, and children to miss out on the joy and excitement of a real, well-rounded education.
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Thanks, sometimes I forget why I thought I could make a difference in a child's life. This made me cry.
After watching this video, take a look at the download of Tom Chapin performing his wonderful, similar song, "Not on the Test." Spot on and utterly charming to boot.
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2 comments:
Thanks, sometimes I forget why I thought I could make a difference in a child's life. This made me cry.
After watching this video, take a look at the download of Tom Chapin performing his wonderful, similar song, "Not on the Test." Spot on and utterly charming to boot.
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