In the 1940's, we did not have kindergarten. We went to first grade at the age of six or older, depending on birth date... More >>

...I was getting my Master's Degree in Education when I got pregnant. I never finished it and I have no regrets... More >>

So many young people just go through ahead of you and let the door slam in your face... More >>

During the 23 years I was a school secretary, I heard every excuse from parents for their child's misbehavior... More >>

...I 'surveyed' my two sons and a few of their friends about what was learned through their sports involvement... More >>

...I happened to listen to you on a day when you were covering the reasons why children don't belong in preschool... More >>

Listening to your comments regarding bullies immediately made me think of a similar incident that happened to my oldest son when he was in school... More >>

I am proud to say that my children's school provides 3 breaks per day... More >>

I have long been dismayed that schools keep children penned up like animals. Kids need to run and play... More >>

Throughout our son's early years, I was pressured to send him to pre-school, because everyone else was doing it... More >>