NCLB

While I think that it is great that America wants to set standards for its students and strives to provide the same education for all students i think that the standards in NCLB are not realistic. I think that it is a mistake to say that by the year 2014 100% of students will meet the benchmark because in all things there will always be those who are below and above the average. I think the amount of energy put into standardized tests is a waste and that they do nothing to show the intelligence of individuals. The focus should be on having teachers who not only know their subject matter, but who know and understand their students and how to pass on the knowledge they have.

When I think about the best teachers I've ever had they weren't always the brightest or smartest in their area, but they had a passion for teaching and for students which is what made them people who touched lives and made my education valuable.

Arts High Orientation

In high school I loved theatre and being a part of the theatre company and being in Arts High School I loved being around students who have the same passion I have for the Arts. Seeing the Advanced Choir before the meeting started was awesome and the tour was even better. I thought the overview we recieved about the school was helpful for our observations and I thought it was great that all the speakers took the time to answer our questions about Arts High and education in general.