The Easton Gazette By Jan Greenhawk
There’s an old saying that “A camel is a horse designed by a committee.” The quote is used to show how ridiculously stupid solutions to simple problems can be, particularly if the problem-solving process is not about truly solving the problem, but more about displaying the mental gymnastics to pretend that an actual problem is being solved.
The Talbot County Public Schools may want to consider that quote as they unveil a new grading AR (Administrative Regulation) to the public. They have created a grading policy that is both convoluted and ridiculous. Not only that, by doing so they have proven their slogan of “Transforming and Performing” has nothing to do with academic achievement and excellence. It’s more about “Pretending and Placating.” And mediocrity. A ton of mediocrity.
The county’s new AR regarding STUDENT PROGRESS REPORTS TO PARENTS/GUARDIANS – was unveiled April 9th on the county website. Get it right, it’s NOT a grading policy per se, in fact it is not a POLICY at all. It is an AR (Administrative Regulation) regarding student progress reports. Why not a “policy?” Simple. Policies have to be voted on and approved by the Board of Education. Administrative Regulations do not…
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