Comments on: Fremont School takes standardized test scores super seriously

By: Shelby F

Shelby F — Wed, 22 Sep 2010 16:13:56 +0000

Volunteer, you bring up some good points about STAR testing, but c’mon – “music and art stuff” not a life skill? There are some of us out there that do make a living from “music and art stuff”, and in doing so truly understand the value this “stuff” has on developing creative, well-rounded individuals. It’s sad that it’s the PTO that has to fund these programs, but at least they are.

By: Volunteer

Volunteer — Tue, 21 Sep 2010 18:23:38 +0000

My children scored above proficient…..that’s their job! Their reward is a happy mom and dad – good self esteem -no trophy needed.

I was asked to give $6.00 to be able to view my child’s grades online…give me a break! Needless to say I did not give the money….maybe the PTO could pay for that? instead they do music and art stuff. Not a life skill if you ask me.

p.s .I think I will opt-out of the STAR testing this year as it only makes the school look good and not my kids! I want to watch the look that I get from the administrators…..

Who paid for the trophies? PTO?

By: Marty

Marty — Tue, 21 Sep 2010 04:10:50 +0000

What a clever way for failed teachers and parents to feel better about themselves!