RSU 2 moves ahead with Standards Based Education. They will be hosting a group of public meetings.
The RSU 2 Curriculum Coordinator mentioned that the "traditional" approach to schooling has led to "less-than-stellar results." It's hard to find a district in Maine that has chosen a traditional approach to education within the last 15 years (although I understand that Brunswick has stuck with a traditional math program). The colleges preparing our teachers tend to push whole language and reform math. Both of these approaches are considered "non-traditional."
Should districts be required to disclose their curriculum and educational philosophy on their school websites for parents to consider before moving into a district? If parents are in disagreement with the RISC model, should the district provide vouchers to alternative schools with a more traditional approach to education?
The sessions are scheduled for Thursday at Dresden Elementary School, Oct. 14 at Hall-Dale High School, Oct. 21 at Richmond High School and Oct. 28 at Monmouth Academy.
ReplyDeleteAll sessions start at 6:30 p.m. in the schools' cafeterias.
******Suggest everyone able attends, the RISC model is coming our way; this is an opportunity to get ahead of the curve.*********