Denise Quiros Nobs

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  • Denise Quiros Nobs, 10 years ago

    Sadly, as a substitute teacher, I see teachers use materials online that support common core standards, I see the crazy common core math ladders, and when I ask other seasoned teachers about this the reply is that some of the newer teachers are being trained in other states and coming here teaching unacceptable methodologies, and coming through some of Texas teacher colleges and the union that is in support of common core. There are even commercials on tv now that are supporting common core and minimizing parents concerns, when in their gut, these parents know something is fishy in Denmark.

    Denise Quiros Nobs, 10 years ago

    not all homes are gold standard – even those with high incomes. I know many a family that are two income earners, driven to their ideas of success yet can’t seem to find the time to read a bedtime story, take a walk to a pond and look at the frogs and ducks or even play a game of catch in the front yard. Self governance is a great aspiration; looking to the government to take the place of good parenting is a dismal alternative.

    Denise Quiros Nobs, 10 years ago

    I agree with Julie James’ concerns. What are the indicators that the prek programs are achieving their goals? I believe a good prek program creates an environment for the inquisitive, to teach social skills especially for those in At Risk environments, and to be proactive in early assessment of developmental issues that may cause problems in the elementary setting. Well qualified, creative, warm and energetic teachers and aides should be employed in these settings. There is nothing more miserable than to see folks in our schools who are there for a paycheck and do not grasp the great task of elevating these little ones.

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