[Dianna]

I think this reporter actually went through a significant change, based on her realization, for example, that she was previously interviewing the least knowledgable sources for her stories.

But isn't it amazing that she didn't realize this in the first place? She doesn't seem to be lacking in intellect, but I haven't met very many bright people who were so un-curious. She just accepted that computers were good, that more money was necessary and that administrators were the best people to get info from? I find that so odd.

[summer]

But isn't it amazing that she didn't realize this in the first place?

I had that same thought, Dianna, but you and I are teachers and see things differently than a reporter. A reporter thinks if he or she asks someone with a title what is going on, that person, by virtue of the title, show know. However, as you and I know, and this reporter discovered, the people who often know more are: the teachers, students and many parents.

BTW -- That's why I have to laugh when a candidate -- like Dem candidate McBride in this FL gov race -- promises he will put a new office of the teachers union right next to his in Tallahassee, if he is elected governor. To me, that promise translates as follows: "I promise I will be even more out of touch with teachers than most governors." LOL.... :)