From what I have read and what I've seen with my own eyes. When tested in 1st grade American kids are about equal to the rest of the First World test scores. When tested in 7th grade they have fallen way behind -- especially in math and science.
The kids aren't getting stupid they just don't apply themselves. This is what my wife has seen -- lazy and poorly behaved kids -- no ambition.
This is what Sister is saying, I believe.
"This is what Sister is saying, I believe."
And as a teacher... shouldn't she have the skill to convey such a thought without leaving it open to interpretation?
I agree with most, including sister that public schools are, in general, a mess. I don't blame her for running, it would be a difficult, if not impossible, job to change the system from within.
Her post was zinged by a few. The reason I take exception to her post is: #1 - It lacked formatting. It's not difficult to figure out formatting. A teacher, of all people should be open to education. #2 - It was exceptionally negative. It was one of those, "I quit, I give up and this place stinks" kind of things. I have been in public schools. I know teachers. My brother works in our local High School. I know there are lots of issues. But there are still rewards.
If sister had posted suggestions, or something other than venting, the response may have been different. Her post reads like a democratic talking point: All criticism, no construction.