More attention to middle schools and tweeners.
Gender specific classes in (at least) math, language arts, and P.E.
Later starting schools. 7:30 is too early for middle schoolers to begin a school day.
Traditional year schools. Single Track Year round schools are just plain silly. What's the point?
Tweaking curriculum maps so that they are more conceptual, and not 'a mile wide and an inch deep'.
Mastering the basics (basic facts & times tables, spelling bees).
The use of technology, i.e., audio books (I PODS), to increase a love for reading.
Utilizing the tested and research proven strategies available in NCLB.
Union teachers having more respect for the law - NCLB.
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Submitted by Lillian Perry (not verified) on January 23, 2008 - 21:51.
More attention to middle schools and tweeners.
Gender specific classes in (at least) math, language arts, and P.E.
Later starting schools. 7:30 is too early for middle schoolers to begin a school day.
Traditional year schools. Single Track Year round schools are just plain silly. What's the point?
Tweaking curriculum maps so that they are more conceptual, and not 'a mile wide and an inch deep'.
Mastering the basics (basic facts & times tables, spelling bees).
The use of technology, i.e., audio books (I PODS), to increase a love for reading.
Utilizing the tested and research proven strategies available in NCLB.
Union teachers having more respect for the law - NCLB.