Andrea Hermitt's comments

Bernie Mac is Dead - Blog Entry

09 Aug 2008 09:56 AM

I am so very sad. He was one of the best African American Comics ever.

High Schools: Back to One Path? - Blog Entry

04 Aug 2008 08:46 AM

Great post.

One young man in particular I know who took the technical path decided the summer before his Senior year that we wanted to be a doctor. He spent his senior year in highschool catching up and taking online classes and night classes in addition to going to school. He also had to do summer school after graduation.

He's doing fine now and on path but the technical track was a disservice to him.

She's Keeping the Ring - Blog Entry

30 Jul 2008 09:42 AM

I think that since he did not pay for it and she essentially "won" it and him in the contest that she should keep it. But that's just me.

Teachers Use Harry Potter to Teach Science - Blog Entry

28 Jul 2008 04:42 PM

It's always great to get the full story Charlene!

The fact that you got the kids reading in their own time is nothing to sneeze at.

My Kid Wants to Homeschool! - Blog Entry

19 Jul 2008 05:58 AM

Thank you for your story Kris... please stay in touch, and if you have any specific questions please do not hesitate to ask

Effects of Pushing Your Child Too Hard - Blog Entry

18 Jul 2008 07:43 AM

Yeah, I have a childhood ulcer from unrealistic expectations being labeled the "smart one" out of 9 kids, who would break the barriers and lead the family to greatness. Like you said, if you keep the encouragement and extra lessons fun, the kids will do well without getting too stressed.

Do You Push Your Child Too Hard? - Blog Entry

18 Jul 2008 07:39 AM

I agree with this completely when it comes to life lessons. When it comes to education and life planning, I think a parent needs to set expectations. You WILL go to college. You WILL get good grades. You WILL NOT drive drunk. If you aim them toward the stars, you will at least get the moon.

Homeschooling around the World: Australia & New Zealand - Blog Entry

13 Jul 2008 07:02 PM

Thanks for the update.

Things You Need To Change When You Homeschool - Blog Entry

10 Jul 2008 05:06 PM

Pam, your child definitely needs a teacher who thinks she is a genius. I am convinced that all kids have a genius in them... it is up to the teacher to find it and grow on it, not step on it while humoring the parent.

More about Scotopic Sensitivity Syndrome - Blog Entry

09 Jul 2008 08:35 AM

That is an amazing report. Thanks