. . .that’s how mad I am. The inability to think and communicate those thoughts on paper plagues our students in the inner city. I imagine it is a problem everywhere. . .but I know it’s a problem here. In fact, stating it’s a problem here really is an understatement–it’s an epidemic. Students are loosing the ability to communicate effectively and it’s no wonder. I was at a school this past week. The teacher had a bulletin board displaying the students’ work. The bulletin board featured the objective they were trying to accomplish and the students had to write mini-essays. … Continue reading →