One thing I admire about the smaller school district my stepson and stepdaughter attend is that they actually follow through with their threats for athletes and grades. I’ve had several who have either put in minimal effort or who have let their sports supercede their classroom work, yet, despite failing grades, they don’t miss any time.
I’m glad were teaching them a lesson.
I’m reminded of a few years ago how I had one player failing two of my classes, yet I was told by administration that the player would not miss the team’s trip to state. Instead, they would receive a good talking to.
Nothing like sending a message about the importance of school work. It’s great that you can participate in the state tournament, but it’s not that important that you pass two classes so you’re on track to graduate.
Alas, I’m not in the minority when it comes to this resentment here. Until we acknowledge that the intellectual lives of our kids are what come first, and actually follow our own ‘policies,’ then I guess we get what we deserve.
What are we really teaching these kids? I teach my ass off in class, yet what is the real message that gets sent?
And it’s only going to get worse when spring quarter rolls around.
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