Robyn, I'm glad you chimed in. You've given me good advice in the past and I respect you. I disagree with you but respect you. I still feel that we are entitled to a basic education. Every kid should be given every opportunity to take the basic courses that he needs to succeed. Kids who excel and do the extra work should have an opportunity to seek out an advanced education. I realize that this is the way our society is headed but I still feel that every kid isn't going to college. My brother is an electrician. He was a lousy student. He's happy doing a trade. I was relieved when he stopped going to college because everyone expected him to go.
I"m not going to convince you just like I'm not going to convince the principal. So, how do I make this a successful for my son. How can I as a parent assist the teachers? Can I volunteer in the class and help in some way? I'm meeting with his team of teachers on Monday. What can I offer that will show this is important to me and I want to be part of the solution.