“Most do not understand the concept of alphabetical order, or how to research or even write a formal paper without cheating.”
“Administrators, government employees, all want quick results without allowing us time to teach basic concepts. Everyone is looking for a quick fix!
Go back to what’s been proven to be effective: basics first, then build on them. Stop changing programs…
Parenta, You May Want To Read These 22 Stories From Teachers About Kids Who Have Too Much Screen Time
January 4, 2026
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“Those [who] can’t make it 10-15 minutes into a movie. Movie day at the end of the year was such a reward when I was in school (and I actually remember a lot from watching those films in a critical way). I have so many kids who genuinely cannot sit…
This Teacher Said That Students "Can't Do Basic Things Anymore," And LOTS Of Teachers Agree
November 24, 2025
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“Middle and high school principal here. A huge part of this decline is parents mistaking enabling behavior for advocacy. Every year, sixth-grade parents start toxic email campaigns after equally toxic WhatsApp group chats about issues like the length of…
Teachers Are Sharing The Hard Truths That Parents Need To Hear, And They Did Not Hold Back
November 20, 2025
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“Parents are bending over backwards to keep their children from feeling disappointed. Children need to learn how to cope with these feelings and denying them the opportunity to does them no favors. It’s okay to lose the game and feel crummy…
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“I’ve been in early childhood for 25 years and have multiple state qualifications, plus a degree in early childhood education and a minor in social sciences. Early childhood education, like district teaching, is very stressful, with low pay, long hours…
Teachers Are Revealing The Very, Very Disturbing Realities About Students Today That Parents Need To Start Paying Attention To, And They're Not Holding Back
November 11, 2025
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“The number of parents I see who treat elementary school like it doesn’t matter is maddening. I used to babysit for a family who decided they wouldn’t make their child do their homework because ‘it’s kindergarten.’ Sure, you can…
