[Diddle E. Squat]

The SAT as you remember it is actually being phased out in some parts of the country, including, I believe, CA.

Goodness gracious, I was just being a smart-aleck. Let me guess, these places are phasing out the SAT because it is 'biased' against race/gender/etc.? Is the ACT still around? The ACT and the PSAT opened every door I could want, it sure would be a shame if kids didn't have those additional testing options. Especially immature Texas kids who make the mistake of sneaking out and toilet-papering their friends' houses until 5am the night before the SAT. Ferris Beuler spoke more truth than any parent at the time ever realized!

BTW, I saw earlier that the last 5 FL 'Teachers of the Year' endorsed Bush. How is that honor determined, and isn't it likely that the teacher's union will manipulate the voting for or selection of this year's winner to be sure that he/she/it is an outspoken Democrat critical of Bush?

[summer]

BTW, I saw earlier that the last 5 FL 'Teachers of the Year' endorsed Bush. How is that honor determined, and isn't it likely that the teacher's union will manipulate the voting for or selection of this year's winner to be sure that he/she/it is an outspoken Democrat critical of Bush?

I believe it is determined by the FL Dept of Education, and as such, the union is not involved in that choice.

What I find so fascinating about these teachers is that this group of five includes: 1 Dem, 1 independent and 3 GOP, and not all five were selected by a FL Dept of Ed under Jeb's term as governor. Two of these five teachers were honored during the former Dem governor's administration. But, all five are coming out strongly supporting Gov. Bush. Thanks for asking about them. :)

[summer]

For those interested in knowing more about the Five FL Teachers of the Year Supporting Jeb

And, BTW -- later, I will try to find a link for you about the FL Teacher of the year rules, etc. :)