FCPS CRT or nah?

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Anonymous wrote:I have no problem having my kids recognize the privileges they have in life. Yes, some of those are due to us having worked hard, but others are due to the color of our skin, sexual identity, religion. No control over those. I teach my kids to have empathy towards classmates/ peers who have to overcome more obstacles to “make it” in this society. I also point out that most people on this planet are way worse off than we are here. I agree with this kind of lesson. I hope it teaches my kids to be more grateful for what they have been given in life. Would Jesus say, “Too bad, so sad, you got stuck living with a poor, brown/black, single parent.”?

But this is you, a parent, teaching a lesson. That is how is should be. This is not a lesson the schools should be teaching.

Why not?

Should they teach about anything related to "being a good person"?

Honesty? Responsibility? Empathy? etc.?

I don't think anyone is suggesting that there are lessons about being a good person. It's about developing critical thinking skills and understanding multiple points of view. The best way I can understand what an author has written, whether it's a novel or a primary source from an historical event or a textbook IS to understand that everyone comes with a point of view made up of their experiences. My world view is just that--MY view. It's really okay to teach kids that people have different experiences from them. It makes them better thinkers and problem solvers. I truly don't understand why people are so afraid and upset around this.

I don’t see how that “identify your privilege” bingo card is about an author’s point of view. It seems clearly directed at students themselves - “Drive/Get driven to school”, “Have your own bedroom”, “Military kid”.

People who were born on third base have a vested interest in making others believe they hit a triple, otherwise we would all need to take a long hard look at the way that we have been doing things. Why does a 6’5” white, moderately good looking son of privilege get to run a hedge fund and rule the Commonwealth over someone smarter and better qualified? Why do people consider Donald Trump a “successful businessman”, when he has shown zero aptitude for anything other than selling himself and who would have been a destitute loser if he was born to anyone other than a millionaire investment mogul?

America is not a meritocracy. Britain has surpassed us on class mobility. The phrase “pull yourself up by your bootstraps” was intended to be a mockery of the system, not a rallying cry and goal. I’m sorry if this makes you feel guilty, but facts are facts. Our kids need to know what’s what if they are going to lead this country into a new era of diminished American influence and increased global and internal strife. Waving the flag pretending all is good is delusional thinking.

[Anonymous]

If we should teach inclusion, open-mindnedness, empathy and sensitivity only at home, then should fcps also rid themselves of any kind of anti-bullying lessons? Oh, sorry, your kid was bullied at school, well it is up to the bully’s parent to teach their kid to be a kinder person.

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:I have no problem having my kids recognize the privileges they have in life. Yes, some of those are due to us having worked hard, but others are due to the color of our skin, sexual identity, religion. No control over those. I teach my kids to have empathy towards classmates/ peers who have to overcome more obstacles to “make it” in this society. I also point out that most people on this planet are way worse off than we are here. I agree with this kind of lesson. I hope it teaches my kids to be more grateful for what they have been given in life. Would Jesus say, “Too bad, so sad, you got stuck living with a poor, brown/black, single parent.”?

But this is you, a parent, teaching a lesson. That is how is should be. This is not a lesson the schools should be teaching.

Why not?

Should they teach about anything related to "being a good person"?

Honesty? Responsibility? Empathy? etc.?

I don't think anyone is suggesting that there are lessons about being a good person. It's about developing critical thinking skills and understanding multiple points of view. The best way I can understand what an author has written, whether it's a novel or a primary source from an historical event or a textbook IS to understand that everyone comes with a point of view made up of their experiences. My world view is just that--MY view. It's really okay to teach kids that people have different experiences from them. It makes them better thinkers and problem solvers. I truly don't understand why people are so afraid and upset around this.

I don’t see how that “identify your privilege” bingo card is about an author’s point of view. It seems clearly directed at students themselves - “Drive/Get driven to school”, “Have your own bedroom”, “Military kid”.

People who were born on third base have a vested interest in making others believe they hit a triple, otherwise we would all need to take a long hard look at the way that we have been doing things. Why does a 6’5” white, moderately good looking son of privilege get to run a hedge fund and rule the Commonwealth over someone smarter and better qualified? Why do people consider Donald Trump a “successful businessman”, when he has shown zero aptitude for anything other than selling himself and who would have been a destitute loser if he was born to anyone other than a millionaire investment mogul?

America is not a meritocracy. Britain has surpassed us on class mobility. The phrase “pull yourself up by your bootstraps” was intended to be a mockery of the system, not a rallying cry and goal. I’m sorry if this makes you feel guilty, but facts are facts. Our kids need to know what’s what if they are going to lead this country into a new era of diminished American influence and increased global and internal strife. Waving the flag pretending all is good is delusional thinking.

Yes let's teach children to have a negative view of their country and that they will never see the fruits of their labor so why bother? That's a recipe for well-adjusted, successful kids. Youngkin's lunatics will be embraced over this philosophical garbage, that's for sure.

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:I have no problem having my kids recognize the privileges they have in life. Yes, some of those are due to us having worked hard, but others are due to the color of our skin, sexual identity, religion. No control over those. I teach my kids to have empathy towards classmates/ peers who have to overcome more obstacles to “make it” in this society. I also point out that most people on this planet are way worse off than we are here. I agree with this kind of lesson. I hope it teaches my kids to be more grateful for what they have been given in life. Would Jesus say, “Too bad, so sad, you got stuck living with a poor, brown/black, single parent.”?

But this is you, a parent, teaching a lesson. That is how is should be. This is not a lesson the schools should be teaching.

Why not?

Should they teach about anything related to "being a good person"?

Honesty? Responsibility? Empathy? etc.?

I don't think anyone is suggesting that there are lessons about being a good person. It's about developing critical thinking skills and understanding multiple points of view. The best way I can understand what an author has written, whether it's a novel or a primary source from an historical event or a textbook IS to understand that everyone comes with a point of view made up of their experiences. My world view is just that--MY view. It's really okay to teach kids that people have different experiences from them. It makes them better thinkers and problem solvers. I truly don't understand why people are so afraid and upset around this.

I don’t see how that “identify your privilege” bingo card is about an author’s point of view. It seems clearly directed at students themselves - “Drive/Get driven to school”, “Have your own bedroom”, “Military kid”.

People who were born on third base have a vested interest in making others believe they hit a triple, otherwise we would all need to take a long hard look at the way that we have been doing things. Why does a 6’5” white, moderately good looking son of privilege get to run a hedge fund and rule the Commonwealth over someone smarter and better qualified? Why do people consider Donald Trump a “successful businessman”, when he has shown zero aptitude for anything other than selling himself and who would have been a destitute loser if he was born to anyone other than a millionaire investment mogul?

America is not a meritocracy. Britain has surpassed us on class mobility. The phrase “pull yourself up by your bootstraps” was intended to be a mockery of the system, not a rallying cry and goal. I’m sorry if this makes you feel guilty, but facts are facts. Our kids need to know what’s what if they are going to lead this country into a new era of diminished American influence and increased global and internal strife. Waving the flag pretending all is good is delusional thinking.

Yes let's teach children to have a negative view of their country and that they will never see the fruits of their labor so why bother? That's a recipe for well-adjusted, successful kids. Youngkin's lunatics will be embraced over this philosophical garbage, that's for sure.

Or, you know, you could put it in their hands to make a better country, like the Founders intended. As a secure people, we should always aspire to a more perfect Union. But I’m pretty sure Youngkin’s MAGA people know they are losing out big time, otherwise they wouldn’t be so damn insecure about everything.

[Anonymous]

This is very disturbing. That an educator would have so little understanding as to call a "military kid" privileged shows almost no awareness of military kids.
The fact that "Christian" is privilege is puzzling, too. Why is that even there? Because it is the majority religion? Last I heard, anyone can choose their own religion.

So, you live across the street from the school and walk. That lets you out of being driven to school, so you are not privileged? Maybe, some kids get driven to school because the bus is always late. I've been guilty of driving mine and others at the bus stop for that reason. Other than that, they rode. What is wrong with riding the bus?

This was designed by someone with a misguided understanding of what goes on. I'd love to know if it was designed by the teacher or someone else. Very, very troubling.

And, it is cerrtainly not going to help those who are less privileged.

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:I have no problem having my kids recognize the privileges they have in life. Yes, some of those are due to us having worked hard, but others are due to the color of our skin, sexual identity, religion. No control over those. I teach my kids to have empathy towards classmates/ peers who have to overcome more obstacles to “make it” in this society. I also point out that most people on this planet are way worse off than we are here. I agree with this kind of lesson. I hope it teaches my kids to be more grateful for what they have been given in life. Would Jesus say, “Too bad, so sad, you got stuck living with a poor, brown/black, single parent.”?

But this is you, a parent, teaching a lesson. That is how is should be. This is not a lesson the schools should be teaching.

Why not?

Should they teach about anything related to "being a good person"?

Honesty? Responsibility? Empathy? etc.?

I don't think anyone is suggesting that there are lessons about being a good person. It's about developing critical thinking skills and understanding multiple points of view. The best way I can understand what an author has written, whether it's a novel or a primary source from an historical event or a textbook IS to understand that everyone comes with a point of view made up of their experiences. My world view is just that--MY view. It's really okay to teach kids that people have different experiences from them. It makes them better thinkers and problem solvers. I truly don't understand why people are so afraid and upset around this.

I don’t see how that “identify your privilege” bingo card is about an author’s point of view. It seems clearly directed at students themselves - “Drive/Get driven to school”, “Have your own bedroom”, “Military kid”.

People who were born on third base have a vested interest in making others believe they hit a triple, otherwise we would all need to take a long hard look at the way that we have been doing things. Why does a 6’5” white, moderately good looking son of privilege get to run a hedge fund and rule the Commonwealth over someone smarter and better qualified? Why do people consider Donald Trump a “successful businessman”, when he has shown zero aptitude for anything other than selling himself and who would have been a destitute loser if he was born to anyone other than a millionaire investment mogul?

America is not a meritocracy. Britain has surpassed us on class mobility. The phrase “pull yourself up by your bootstraps” was intended to be a mockery of the system, not a rallying cry and goal. I’m sorry if this makes you feel guilty, but facts are facts. Our kids need to know what’s what if they are going to lead this country into a new era of diminished American influence and increased global and internal strife. Waving the flag pretending all is good is delusional thinking.

Yes let's teach children to have a negative view of their country and that they will never see the fruits of their labor so why bother? That's a recipe for well-adjusted, successful kids. Youngkin's lunatics will be embraced over this philosophical garbage, that's for sure.

Or, you know, you could put it in their hands to make a better country, like the Founders intended. As a secure people, we should always aspire to a more perfect Union. But I’m pretty sure Youngkin’s MAGA people know they are losing out big time, otherwise they wouldn’t be so damn insecure about everything.

??

Youngkin won.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:This is very disturbing. That an educator would have so little understanding as to call a "military kid" privileged shows almost no awareness of military kids.
The fact that "Christian" is privilege is puzzling, too. Why is that even there? Because it is the majority religion? Last I heard, anyone can choose their own religion.

So, you live across the street from the school and walk. That lets you out of being driven to school, so you are not privileged? Maybe, some kids get driven to school because the bus is always late. I've been guilty of driving mine and others at the bus stop for that reason. Other than that, they rode. What is wrong with riding the bus?

This was designed by someone with a misguided understanding of what goes on. I'd love to know if it was designed by the teacher or someone else. Very, very troubling.

And, it is cerrtainly not going to help those who are less privileged.

How many people get that choice as a child?

I’m sure kids who aren’t brought up in mainstream religion feel “other” at times. It’s ok to acknowledge that.

It’s also ok to acknowledge if you have NOT ever felt like an “other” because your parents brought you up in a mainstream religion.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:This is very disturbing. That an educator would have so little understanding as to call a "military kid" privileged shows almost no awareness of military kids.
The fact that "Christian" is privilege is puzzling, too. Why is that even there? Because it is the majority religion? Last I heard, anyone can choose their own religion.

So, you live across the street from the school and walk. That lets you out of being driven to school, so you are not privileged? Maybe, some kids get driven to school because the bus is always late. I've been guilty of driving mine and others at the bus stop for that reason. Other than that, they rode. What is wrong with riding the bus?

This was designed by someone with a misguided understanding of what goes on. I'd love to know if it was designed by the teacher or someone else. Very, very troubling.

And, it is cerrtainly not going to help those who are less privileged.

This is just one of many similar lessons being handed down by the political minnions of Gatehouse.

The most disturbing thing is that these types of lessons have made their way down to elementary schools over the past two years.

Elementary kids are so impressionable, and take their teachers lessons as Gospel Truth.

This lesson only came to light because of a military kid with a cell phone. Had this been given at an elementary school, not one person would be the wiser unless a teacher was brave enough to whistle blow.

But the seeds would have been planted. They might not bloom right now, but if this were given to middle school or younger, then fcps endorsed and approved anti military, anti Christian, anti male, anti white, anti straight, anti natural gender seeds were planted by the school district that is supposed to nurture and educate out kids in a non political way.

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:

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Anonymous wrote:I have no problem having my kids recognize the privileges they have in life. Yes, some of those are due to us having worked hard, but others are due to the color of our skin, sexual identity, religion. No control over those. I teach my kids to have empathy towards classmates/ peers who have to overcome more obstacles to “make it” in this society. I also point out that most people on this planet are way worse off than we are here. I agree with this kind of lesson. I hope it teaches my kids to be more grateful for what they have been given in life. Would Jesus say, “Too bad, so sad, you got stuck living with a poor, brown/black, single parent.”?

But this is you, a parent, teaching a lesson. That is how is should be. This is not a lesson the schools should be teaching.

Why not?

Should they teach about anything related to "being a good person"?

Honesty? Responsibility? Empathy? etc.?

I don't think anyone is suggesting that there are lessons about being a good person. It's about developing critical thinking skills and understanding multiple points of view. The best way I can understand what an author has written, whether it's a novel or a primary source from an historical event or a textbook IS to understand that everyone comes with a point of view made up of their experiences. My world view is just that--MY view. It's really okay to teach kids that people have different experiences from them. It makes them better thinkers and problem solvers. I truly don't understand why people are so afraid and upset around this.

I don’t see how that “identify your privilege” bingo card is about an author’s point of view. It seems clearly directed at students themselves - “Drive/Get driven to school”, “Have your own bedroom”, “Military kid”.

People who were born on third base have a vested interest in making others believe they hit a triple, otherwise we would all need to take a long hard look at the way that we have been doing things. Why does a 6’5” white, moderately good looking son of privilege get to run a hedge fund and rule the Commonwealth over someone smarter and better qualified? Why do people consider Donald Trump a “successful businessman”, when he has shown zero aptitude for anything other than selling himself and who would have been a destitute loser if he was born to anyone other than a millionaire investment mogul?

America is not a meritocracy. Britain has surpassed us on class mobility. The phrase “pull yourself up by your bootstraps” was intended to be a mockery of the system, not a rallying cry and goal. I’m sorry if this makes you feel guilty, but facts are facts. Our kids need to know what’s what if they are going to lead this country into a new era of diminished American influence and increased global and internal strife. Waving the flag pretending all is good is delusional thinking.

Yes let's teach children to have a negative view of their country and that they will never see the fruits of their labor so why bother? That's a recipe for well-adjusted, successful kids. Youngkin's lunatics will be embraced over this philosophical garbage, that's for sure.

Or, you know, you could put it in their hands to make a better country, like the Founders intended. As a secure people, we should always aspire to a more perfect Union. But I’m pretty sure Youngkin’s MAGA people know they are losing out big time, otherwise they wouldn’t be so damn insecure about everything.

The GOP is not always going to be a majority white party. I live in Fairfax and the 2 Youngkin supporters that knocked on my door were Korean. They were Trumpers ranting about communism and North Korea so obviously the GOP message will at some point cross racial barriers. It's a hell of a lot more inclusive than the lefts progressive message that is strictly anti-majority anything.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:I have no problem having my kids recognize the privileges they have in life. Yes, some of those are due to us having worked hard, but others are due to the color of our skin, sexual identity, religion. No control over those. I teach my kids to have empathy towards classmates/ peers who have to overcome more obstacles to “make it” in this society. I also point out that most people on this planet are way worse off than we are here. I agree with this kind of lesson. I hope it teaches my kids to be more grateful for what they have been given in life. Would Jesus say, “Too bad, so sad, you got stuck living with a poor, brown/black, single parent.”?

But this is you, a parent, teaching a lesson. That is how is should be. This is not a lesson the schools should be teaching.

Why not?

Should they teach about anything related to "being a good person"?

Honesty? Responsibility? Empathy? etc.?

I don't think anyone is suggesting that there are lessons about being a good person. It's about developing critical thinking skills and understanding multiple points of view. The best way I can understand what an author has written, whether it's a novel or a primary source from an historical event or a textbook IS to understand that everyone comes with a point of view made up of their experiences. My world view is just that--MY view. It's really okay to teach kids that people have different experiences from them. It makes them better thinkers and problem solvers. I truly don't understand why people are so afraid and upset around this.

I don’t see how that “identify your privilege” bingo card is about an author’s point of view. It seems clearly directed at students themselves - “Drive/Get driven to school”, “Have your own bedroom”, “Military kid”.

People who were born on third base have a vested interest in making others believe they hit a triple, otherwise we would all need to take a long hard look at the way that we have been doing things. Why does a 6’5” white, moderately good looking son of privilege get to run a hedge fund and rule the Commonwealth over someone smarter and better qualified? Why do people consider Donald Trump a “successful businessman”, when he has shown zero aptitude for anything other than selling himself and who would have been a destitute loser if he was born to anyone other than a millionaire investment mogul?

America is not a meritocracy. Britain has surpassed us on class mobility. The phrase “pull yourself up by your bootstraps” was intended to be a mockery of the system, not a rallying cry and goal. I’m sorry if this makes you feel guilty, but facts are facts. Our kids need to know what’s what if they are going to lead this country into a new era of diminished American influence and increased global and internal strife. Waving the flag pretending all is good is delusional thinking.

People who are unsuccessful and frustrated have a vested interest in blaming their problems on "the system." That actually was true with Trump, but the consequences are even more severe when a large segment of society just decides to focus on reallocating wealth rather than expanding opportunities.

As for America, it is still a meritocracy, which is why so many people want to come here, but it is losing its advantage, especially when children in other countries are taught reading, writing, arithmetic, and science, and American children are taught to define themselves by their race, religion, and ethnicity, and do everything they can to make sure they can check the "oppressed" box rather than the "privilege" box. Those who want to ram this down the throats of kids should be driven out of public education.

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:

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Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:I have no problem having my kids recognize the privileges they have in life. Yes, some of those are due to us having worked hard, but others are due to the color of our skin, sexual identity, religion. No control over those. I teach my kids to have empathy towards classmates/ peers who have to overcome more obstacles to “make it” in this society. I also point out that most people on this planet are way worse off than we are here. I agree with this kind of lesson. I hope it teaches my kids to be more grateful for what they have been given in life. Would Jesus say, “Too bad, so sad, you got stuck living with a poor, brown/black, single parent.”?

But this is you, a parent, teaching a lesson. That is how is should be. This is not a lesson the schools should be teaching.

Why not?

Should they teach about anything related to "being a good person"?

Honesty? Responsibility? Empathy? etc.?

I don't think anyone is suggesting that there are lessons about being a good person. It's about developing critical thinking skills and understanding multiple points of view. The best way I can understand what an author has written, whether it's a novel or a primary source from an historical event or a textbook IS to understand that everyone comes with a point of view made up of their experiences. My world view is just that--MY view. It's really okay to teach kids that people have different experiences from them. It makes them better thinkers and problem solvers. I truly don't understand why people are so afraid and upset around this.

I don’t see how that “identify your privilege” bingo card is about an author’s point of view. It seems clearly directed at students themselves - “Drive/Get driven to school”, “Have your own bedroom”, “Military kid”.

You don't see how students understanding that they all have different experiences and (dis)advantages influences that might influence their perspectives on things could be a relatable and effective way of deepening the concept being taught here, nor how it could be abstracted and applied it to others (such as an author)? Only a literal single-tracked direct exploration of the author's POV is permissible? Do you think schools should teach ANY abstract concepts or try to contextualize them through multiple examples/perspectives/cases?

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:I have no problem having my kids recognize the privileges they have in life. Yes, some of those are due to us having worked hard, but others are due to the color of our skin, sexual identity, religion. No control over those. I teach my kids to have empathy towards classmates/ peers who have to overcome more obstacles to “make it” in this society. I also point out that most people on this planet are way worse off than we are here. I agree with this kind of lesson. I hope it teaches my kids to be more grateful for what they have been given in life. Would Jesus say, “Too bad, so sad, you got stuck living with a poor, brown/black, single parent.”?

But this is you, a parent, teaching a lesson. That is how is should be. This is not a lesson the schools should be teaching.

Why not?

Should they teach about anything related to "being a good person"?

Honesty? Responsibility? Empathy? etc.?

I don't think anyone is suggesting that there are lessons about being a good person. It's about developing critical thinking skills and understanding multiple points of view. The best way I can understand what an author has written, whether it's a novel or a primary source from an historical event or a textbook IS to understand that everyone comes with a point of view made up of their experiences. My world view is just that--MY view. It's really okay to teach kids that people have different experiences from them. It makes them better thinkers and problem solvers. I truly don't understand why people are so afraid and upset around this.

I don’t see how that “identify your privilege” bingo card is about an author’s point of view. It seems clearly directed at students themselves - “Drive/Get driven to school”, “Have your own bedroom”, “Military kid”.

People who were born on third base have a vested interest in making others believe they hit a triple, otherwise we would all need to take a long hard look at the way that we have been doing things. Why does a 6’5” white, moderately good looking son of privilege get to run a hedge fund and rule the Commonwealth over someone smarter and better qualified? Why do people consider Donald Trump a “successful businessman”, when he has shown zero aptitude for anything other than selling himself and who would have been a destitute loser if he was born to anyone other than a millionaire investment mogul?

America is not a meritocracy. Britain has surpassed us on class mobility. The phrase “pull yourself up by your bootstraps” was intended to be a mockery of the system, not a rallying cry and goal. I’m sorry if this makes you feel guilty, but facts are facts. Our kids need to know what’s what if they are going to lead this country into a new era of diminished American influence and increased global and internal strife. Waving the flag pretending all is good is delusional thinking.

Yes let's teach children to have a negative view of their country and that they will never see the fruits of their labor so why bother? That's a recipe for well-adjusted, successful kids. Youngkin's lunatics will be embraced over this philosophical garbage, that's for sure.

We aren’t so fragile that we are unable to acknowledge imperfections in our country’s history.

We are strong. And will be stronger if we acknowledge reality, not ignore it. It helps us grow and move forward. It helps us do better.

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:This is very disturbing. That an educator would have so little understanding as to call a "military kid" privileged shows almost no awareness of military kids.
The fact that "Christian" is privilege is puzzling, too. Why is that even there? Because it is the majority religion? Last I heard, anyone can choose their own religion.

So, you live across the street from the school and walk. That lets you out of being driven to school, so you are not privileged? Maybe, some kids get driven to school because the bus is always late. I've been guilty of driving mine and others at the bus stop for that reason. Other than that, they rode. What is wrong with riding the bus?

This was designed by someone with a misguided understanding of what goes on. I'd love to know if it was designed by the teacher or someone else. Very, very troubling.

And, it is cerrtainly not going to help those who are less privileged.

This is just one of many similar lessons being handed down by the political minnions of Gatehouse.

The most disturbing thing is that these types of lessons have made their way down to elementary schools over the past two years.

Elementary kids are so impressionable, and take their teachers lessons as Gospel Truth.

This lesson only came to light because of a military kid with a cell phone. Had this been given at an elementary school, not one person would be the wiser unless a teacher was brave enough to whistle blow.

But the seeds would have been planted. They might not bloom right now, but if this were given to middle school or younger, then fcps endorsed and approved anti military, anti Christian, anti male, anti white, anti straight, anti natural gender seeds were planted by the school district that is supposed to nurture and educate out kids in a non political way.

It’s not “anti” anything FFS.

Stop projecting your insecurities onto others.

[Anonymous]

Why is it bad to teach the fact that many parents of children of color teach their teenagers how to be super careful if they get pulled over by a cop? I have not had to teach my kid to be over cautious, but she is aware her friend’s brother can be in danger if pulled over for a minor infraction. I see these types of lessons only as eye-openers to realities some students are unawere of. They should not make “privileged” kids feel bad. They should just help them realize they may not encounter as many obstacles in their lives.

Have you ever seen interviews of white teenagers saying they have never seen any racist stuff going on at their schools? They usually say, “No”. Then, the camera turns around and asks some POC the same question. Totally different answer.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

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Anonymous wrote:I have no problem having my kids recognize the privileges they have in life. Yes, some of those are due to us having worked hard, but others are due to the color of our skin, sexual identity, religion. No control over those. I teach my kids to have empathy towards classmates/ peers who have to overcome more obstacles to “make it” in this society. I also point out that most people on this planet are way worse off than we are here. I agree with this kind of lesson. I hope it teaches my kids to be more grateful for what they have been given in life. Would Jesus say, “Too bad, so sad, you got stuck living with a poor, brown/black, single parent.”?

But this is you, a parent, teaching a lesson. That is how is should be. This is not a lesson the schools should be teaching.

Why not?

Should they teach about anything related to "being a good person"?

Honesty? Responsibility? Empathy? etc.?

I don't think anyone is suggesting that there are lessons about being a good person. It's about developing critical thinking skills and understanding multiple points of view. The best way I can understand what an author has written, whether it's a novel or a primary source from an historical event or a textbook IS to understand that everyone comes with a point of view made up of their experiences. My world view is just that--MY view. It's really okay to teach kids that people have different experiences from them. It makes them better thinkers and problem solvers. I truly don't understand why people are so afraid and upset around this.

I don’t see how that “identify your privilege” bingo card is about an author’s point of view. It seems clearly directed at students themselves - “Drive/Get driven to school”, “Have your own bedroom”, “Military kid”.

People who were born on third base have a vested interest in making others believe they hit a triple, otherwise we would all need to take a long hard look at the way that we have been doing things. Why does a 6’5” white, moderately good looking son of privilege get to run a hedge fund and rule the Commonwealth over someone smarter and better qualified? Why do people consider Donald Trump a “successful businessman”, when he has shown zero aptitude for anything other than selling himself and who would have been a destitute loser if he was born to anyone other than a millionaire investment mogul?

America is not a meritocracy. Britain has surpassed us on class mobility. The phrase “pull yourself up by your bootstraps” was intended to be a mockery of the system, not a rallying cry and goal. I’m sorry if this makes you feel guilty, but facts are facts. Our kids need to know what’s what if they are going to lead this country into a new era of diminished American influence and increased global and internal strife. Waving the flag pretending all is good is delusional thinking.

People who are unsuccessful and frustrated have a vested interest in blaming their problems on "the system." That actually was true with Trump, but the consequences are even more severe when a large segment of society just decides to focus on reallocating wealth rather than expanding opportunities.

As for America, it is still a meritocracy, which is why so many people want to come here, but it is losing its advantage, especially when children in other countries are taught reading, writing, arithmetic, and science, and American children are taught to define themselves by their race, religion, and ethnicity, and do everything they can to make sure they can check the "oppressed" box rather than the "privilege" box. Those who want to ram this down the throats of kids should be driven out of public education.

Compared to North Korea, America is a meritocracy. But for the vast majority of people, where they were born will dictate where they end up (if not lower). I am an example of meritocracy in action, in that I was able to work hard and get ahead and somehow manage to get around my complete lack of connections or know how. I also got a ton of breaks most of my working class peers (including those who were far smarter and more deserving than me) never got. But I’ll never be a CEO. The best I’ll get is UMC. It’s on my kids to build on that and do more.

I’m not insecure about it. I got lucky. Most kids don’t. I want to fix things for them because now that I’m “here”, I see a whole lot of mediocre around me. I had to climb to get where the privilege kids fell. America isn’t going to lead the world in anything with mediocrity calling the shots.