Responsible Parents and Education 1/Mediocrity and Stupidity 0

Last month, parents in one of the most affluent areas of Virginia (Alexandria) decided to rise up against a principal who attempted to dumb down education by eliminating the "F" in his school's grading system. He made the initial decision before consulting parents. Instead of rolling over and having self-esteem win out over education, the parents at West Potomac rose up to challenge the new policy.

More specifically, the principal decided that Fs for those who were caught cheating were no longer acceptable. Instead, he instructed teachers to give them Incompletes and permit them to finish the class later. This is equivalent to catching a shoplifter and permitting him to return the item and come back to the store later to shop.

Amazingly, this no F policy went beyond the cheaters. Indeed, before the parents stopped this harmful policy, according to WUSA Channel 9, this same principal "reportedly told teachers to not give F's on recent report cards and instead give incompletes so that students would have time to make up the work. Many parents say that also coddles students and prevents them from learning 'real world' consequences."


If a parent actually cares about his children's education, the one thing he can take away from this story is to watch those who teach your children. If those "educators" attempt to sacrifice education on the pillar of self-esteem, go to the media and the local board of education. If the board is tone death, go to your state's department of education.

Inner City Press: Investigative Reporting from the United Nations

At the time of this article last year, the UN had stopped class trips because of asbestos related work. Those people who worked on the ceilings and floors wiring, cleaning, and working there have had their healths threatened. This should have been taken care of years ago. In fact, employees who worked in the building should have been notified years ago. How can an agency who claims to have some moral authority to scold terrorists, act that terrorists themselves?

Inner City Press: Investigative Reporting from the United Nations

http://www.mcclatchydc.com/2010/07/21/97624/asbestos-us-legacy-may-be-half.html

If you or your family member have been exposed to asbestos, get checked. Don't rely on your employer to inform you of potential exposure. Moreover, if you get this horrid disease, as always, expect the corporation or agency to run away from its responsibilities

http://www.mcclatchydc.com/2010/07/21/97624/asbestos-us-legacy-may-be-half.html

When are Prosecutors Going to Bring Charges Against the Mortgage Companies and Banks for False Swearing, Etc.

It has become clear that those who worked for certain banks and mortgage companies lied on foreclosure affidavits. Therefore, the next question is when are the state prosecutors and attorney generals going to arrest and prosecute them?

It is irrelevant that they were just following orders. The Nazi excuse is no excuse. They had a brain and should have used it. Therefore, let their employers hire criminal lawyers to defend them. If they want to flip on their supervisors, great. Otherwise, they can go to jail.

My husband and I have paid child support for 12 years to his ex-wife for their two daughters. Through the years he has lost - Avvo.com

Don't make the same mistake this couple made. If there is an outstanding child support order, don't make side verbal agreements with the custodial parent. Instead, if you both agree to the change, file a consent petition to modify child support. This will be a short inexpensive process that will protect both parents.


My husband and I have paid child support for 12 years to his ex-wife for their two daughters. Through the years he has lost - Avvo.com

Top Ten Mistakes Made by Departing Employees

Good Advice on Leaving an Employer


Top Ten Mistakes Made by Departing Employees

Home sales across U.S. drop sharply - Atlanta Business Chronicle

Home sales across U.S. drop sharply - Atlanta Business Chronicle


Thank you Obama and Congress for giving bailouts to the financial industry. When consumers make 70% of the economy, commonsense would dictate that substantial cash in the form of tax refunds and minimum cash influx to each citizen of no less than $5,000 would have quickly stimulated the economy in this country.