I speak from 25 years of experience in a "troubled" school district. The term "failing schools" is a complete misnomer. My district lacked NOTHING in terms of books, supplies, laptops, smart boards, free musical instruments, athletic equipment, free breakfast/lunch, all manner of after-school clubs and activities, and a sharp, diverse, dedicated staff. Nothing changes due to complete lack of consequence for pathologically disruptive behavior, and failing grades. Simply a microcosm of society.
In other words, the horse has been led to the water for 50+ years. Nothing is an absolute of course, but the Ben Carsons and Carol Swains are few and far between.
The horse has to want the drink.
yes...the horse can get there...
I speak from 25 years of experience in a "troubled" school district. The term "failing schools" is a complete misnomer. My district lacked NOTHING in terms of books, supplies, laptops, smart boards, free musical instruments, athletic equipment, free breakfast/lunch, all manner of after-school clubs and activities, and a sharp, diverse, dedicated staff. Nothing changes due to complete lack of consequence for pathologically disruptive behavior, and failing grades. Simply a microcosm of society.
In other words, the horse has been led to the water for 50+ years. Nothing is an absolute of course, but the Ben Carsons and Carol Swains are few and far between.