Tag: #learning
No Child left behind
My mom is a veteran teacher in what used to be a good school, and I can tell you dozens of horror stories about how education has changed for the worse since “No Child Left Behind”. Sure, it would be great if teachers got together and took a stand. But there’s not much chance of […] No Child left behind Continue reading No Child left behind
Lawyers~ Paragons of stupidity.
This is the best lawyer story of the year, decade and probably the century. Lawyers~ Paragons of stupidity. Continue reading Lawyers~ Paragons of stupidity.
A penalty for the poor
I went into my local bank this week and saw a big sign that from now on they will charge a $15 fee for cashing checks for someone without a bank account there. Why?..
World Book Day 2022
March 3 was World Book Day this year and many schools encourage students to dress up as a favourite character from a book. I was delighted that one young reader dressed as Amanda in Spain! Her aunt sent me a picture. How special is that? I love seeing who children choose to dress up as. […] World Book Day 2022 Continue reading World Book Day 2022
Sacrifices
Long time ago, people who sacrificed their sleep, family, food, laughter and other joys of life were called Saints. But now, they are called IT professionals. The cause of people’s unhappiness is sacrificing what they want most for what they want now. Your role may be thankless, but if you’re willing to give it your […] Sacrifices Continue reading Sacrifices
The Power of Music
One thing about music is that when it hits you, you feel no pain. My music taste ranges from “You’ve gotta listen to this” to “I know, please don’t judge me.” A day without music is like…just kidding, I have no idea. When I was a little boy, I told my Dad, ‘When I grow […] The Power of Music Continue reading The Power of Music
Zealous Thierry 