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Date Posted: 01:23:36 04/12/06 Wed
Author: Janelle
Subject: Just watched Tuesday's show, and it was interesting. They mainly focused on the rather newly constructed school and the different resources that our students have. I won't deny that we have some nice equipment, and large facilities. What Oprah failed to mention is that our school has close to 4200 students (and is rapidly growing) compared to their 1500. So, the amount of time a student gets to use a computer or workout equipment can be limited. As always, there's more behind the scenes than is apparent in short clips. In terms of the big picture, there's no denying we're better off than many schools, and I'm very grateful. However, I think there are manyyy more factors behind this "Schools in State of Emergency" than just funding. Anyone else catch today's show?
In reply to: Janelle 's message, "Oprah Today(Tuesday) and Tomorrow" on 21:04:30 04/11/06 Tue


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[> [> I wanted to watch but couldn't--I heard charter schools were featured, too. I certainly agree with your assessment about how complex the issues are and how difficult it is for the media to capture the reality of educating the public. -- paulinamom, 22:19:57 04/12/06 Wed [1]


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[> [> [> I recorded Part II, and just got around to watching it. Yes, various charter schools were given most of the camera time the second day. They had a panel of students talking about the smaller high schools. I definitely believe that smaller schools can provide students with a better education and put on more pressure to perform. Even when registering for college classes, I had a good idea of how the class would be run if I signed up for a small lecture hall vs a class of 15 students. However, without large financial backing, small schools can't necessarily provide a high quality, well-rounded education of electives. Oprah also showed High Tech High and the KIPP schools(which look mighty fun but with rigorous hours). -- Janelle, 00:04:17 04/15/06 Sat [1]


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