tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-709242580417745556.post3077074526199342075..comments2023-04-02T05:10:50.036-04:00Comments on The UnOfficial MVRCS Blog: A Readers Comment HighlightedUnOfficial MVRCShttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13292531390616359087noreply@blogger.comBlogger13125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-709242580417745556.post-72507757770230143152010-12-15T20:50:09.645-05:002010-12-15T20:50:09.645-05:00We agree and recently reminded everyone what a fan...We agree and recently reminded everyone what a fantastic job they and a few other forgotten individuals do with our children and the school.UnOfficial MVRCShttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13292531390616359087noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-709242580417745556.post-55104041828546591632010-12-15T14:53:13.737-05:002010-12-15T14:53:13.737-05:00Hey has anyone mentioned the nursing staff and wha...Hey has anyone mentioned the nursing staff and what a fantastic job they do ? There's an epidemic in this city of parents who feel it's okay to send there kids to school sick, so they won't miss a day of work...Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-709242580417745556.post-52046799493245521522010-12-13T09:29:07.495-05:002010-12-13T09:29:07.495-05:00Oxford Comma. By Vampire Weekend;)Oxford Comma. By Vampire Weekend;)Andrew25noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-709242580417745556.post-33443911107911337222010-12-12T12:13:06.687-05:002010-12-12T12:13:06.687-05:00To Anonymous @ December 11, 6:01PM
Our thoughts on...To Anonymous @ December 11, 6:01PM<br />Our thoughts on DI, Core Knowledge, Saxon Math and IB.<br /><br />Direct Instruction - For the most part we like the DI for the early reading instruction in the lower grades. Our one gripe there is that it isn't for every child and therefore not every child will exceed using it. Unfortunately the school does not use any other program for those children and that leads to problems. As for the upper primary grades (3 and beyond) we are not crazy about it as it relies too heavily on rote and repetition and discourages the students from thinking outside of the box (everything is very scripted, answers very specific and do not allow for drawing in connections). We think the school and students have done great with it but worry about students who may not learn best in that manner and/or about their inability to draw think outside of the box. <br />We have no issues with Core Knowledge (find it superior to Mass standards) or the Saxon Math program. We do take issue with the Science and History aspects of the curriculum as they seem to be the forgotten subjects or the ones that get pushed aside. We also don't like that it is presented and tests given in such a dry, uninspiring manner. We are concerned that the study guides are basically the tests and rely on memorization and lack interactive, engaging lessons. <br />As for IB, we do think it's a great effort and program but do not feel as though the school takes it to the degree or extent that it was meant to be. It seems like to the school it is seen as just another check mark and not fully embraced.UnOfficial MVRCShttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13292531390616359087noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-709242580417745556.post-76415473338313226952010-12-12T11:58:19.548-05:002010-12-12T11:58:19.548-05:00What song are you quoting? Cute.What song are you quoting? Cute.UnOfficial MVRCShttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13292531390616359087noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-709242580417745556.post-72093055803398316822010-12-12T09:43:36.435-05:002010-12-12T09:43:36.435-05:00Why would you speak to me that way?
Especially whe...Why would you speak to me that way?<br />Especially when I always said that I<br />Haven't got the words for you<br />All your diction dripping with disdain<br />Through the pain <br />I always tell the truthAndrew25noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-709242580417745556.post-9925049361982028812010-12-11T21:57:10.381-05:002010-12-11T21:57:10.381-05:00@anonymous, I would go more with Mrs. Unofficial, ...@anonymous, I would go more with Mrs. Unofficial, she definitely has that catty approach to how she handles things.:o)noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-709242580417745556.post-55291087401220740302010-12-11T19:34:16.752-05:002010-12-11T19:34:16.752-05:00The IB is a waste of time and effort.The IB is a waste of time and effort.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-709242580417745556.post-40525402761091605332010-12-11T18:01:55.954-05:002010-12-11T18:01:55.954-05:00So Mr Unofficial what teachers are good? Also wha...So Mr Unofficial what teachers are good? Also what do you think about DI, Core Knowledge, Saxon Math and IB?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-709242580417745556.post-3249737178078352282010-12-11T14:51:18.086-05:002010-12-11T14:51:18.086-05:00To Andrew25:
First off, I'd be very surprised ...To Andrew25:<br />First off, I'd be very surprised if you ever deemed anything we posted as worthy but seeing as our values and priorities differ, that comes as no surprise. And two, when you write something brilliant, insightful, or worthy, we would welcome the chance to repost it. As you yourself has said, you just like to shoot your mouth off.<br />It is always so much fun playing with you!UnOfficial MVRCShttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13292531390616359087noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-709242580417745556.post-22457301149252448622010-12-11T14:47:06.170-05:002010-12-11T14:47:06.170-05:00To :P
A classy response to a classy post. I'm ...To :P<br />A classy response to a classy post. I'm not sure how you have concluded that we are dense but if that is what makes you feel better, go for it.UnOfficial MVRCShttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13292531390616359087noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-709242580417745556.post-3151219013592642592010-12-10T21:27:52.978-05:002010-12-10T21:27:52.978-05:00You were wrong. This wasn't worth reposting. P...You were wrong. This wasn't worth reposting. Please feel free to repost any of my brilliant insights though.Andrew25noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-709242580417745556.post-39018894225569823242010-12-10T14:39:12.588-05:002010-12-10T14:39:12.588-05:00Another highly classy post! and because I am clear...Another highly classy post! and because I am clearly aware of how dense you are, that was sarcasm.:Pnoreply@blogger.com