tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-221147792075613632.post4760644823843090778..comments2023-08-04T09:21:53.696-04:00Comments on Lisa's Lingo: Meet the Teacher NightLisa Parisihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00139683732388415845noreply@blogger.comBlogger2125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-221147792075613632.post-52141765684982404802010-12-10T11:31:34.047-05:002010-12-10T11:31:34.047-05:00Oh, how I share your pain. Same thing with the AP ...Oh, how I share your pain. Same thing with the AP classes in Washington State. Thankfully, this year (my son is a junior) he has teachers he likes and I told him he does not have to take the AP test in American History because I want him to take the class in college where I am hoping they will be asked to think a bit and not just memorize facts for a test.Maryhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14541063678406252574noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-221147792075613632.post-41665903727649721962010-10-23T21:05:11.315-04:002010-10-23T21:05:11.315-04:00Whew, Lisa! I could feel your frustration. You are...Whew, Lisa! I could feel your frustration. You are Ali's advocate in a massive system that has forgotten its mission and lost its way. Because you augment learning for Ali, she'll survive. BUT, surviving a year in a test prep class is a travesty for any child. Keep pushing for a system that honors your daughter as a learner. <br /><br />Parents have influence. Never doubt that your conversation with the AP had impact. It is time for parents to hold schools accountable, IMHO.Beth Holmeshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13819933894839367350noreply@blogger.com