Writing entries for this blog has taught me something. I'd rather be doing than writing. So I appeal to anyone who might pause to read this post to help me answer a feasibility question. My wife and I have been discussing opening a publicly-funded charter school organized on a home-school model. Here's the pitch:
We believe that many of the students in the middle years of schooling (grades 4-8) are not succeeding because they need a different kind of environment. Our intention is to provide the warm personal attention, hands-on activities, and flexibility of schedule that home-school parents can provide; but also adhere to the curriculum, testing, and legal requirements that govern public schools. Two certified teachers with a maximum of twenty students meeting in a leased home: in essence, a home-school surrogate for parents whose schedule or expertise prevents them from doing it themselves.
What do you think? I look forward to your comments or questions!
Saturday, December 1, 2007
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