The students, teachers, and community of Bolton, having traveled to China and hosted Chinese students, teachers, and educational officials are now well aware of the differences in American schools and Chinese schools. Rather than say one country's schools are better than the other, we have agreed with our Chinese friends that we would like a system that combines the best of both!
“Waiting for Superman” premiered in theatres across the United States on Friday, September 24. The film’s creators are hoping that the film will “engender healthy discussion about the state of education today and swift action to improve our schools.” The film has brought about mixed reaction from educators who feel that “the movie tells only a selective story and that all the facts are not on the table.” There is no doubt that we are living in a time of school reform and difficult choices lie ahead as we sculpt the future of education. I look forward to seeing the movie and engaging in any conversation on school reform!
