School Reform Discussion Thread

[The_Iceflash]

This thread is primarily about the US public school system but I would love to hear from those outside the US on their public school system and what they think of it.

From Standardized Tests, Re-designed textbooks and curriculum, to changing the school schedule, school reform is a hot topic.

What things would you like to see improved in the schools? Here's an article talking about what parents want for schools:

http://www.cnn.com/2011/OPINION/06/08/g ... ?hpt=hp_c2