Viewed from inside or outside, the district appears to be in a state of confusion. This system now has so many trial balloons in the air that it would be hard to see the sun on a clear day. We have become obsessed with test scores. We hope that emphasis on test scores is due to their importantance to children. Our system needs to plan for the long term.
Significant change is a long, systematic process.
Sustained progress from them do not appear to be supported by research. So, let's continue to change but with care. Our concern for the children must be for their long-term benefit, not for any brief surge on a test of dubious value. It is better to ask in advance than to be sorry later. Many members wonder whether or not a certain position or school would be right for them.