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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]We have a DS in public and DD in private, and the difference in writing instruction is very noticeable. Private emphasizes grammar/sentence structure and has kids writing a lot, whereas there's been next to no instruction and very short writing assignments for DS. They are a grade apart, but if you compare writing samples, you'd guess they are three or more grades apart. You could argue that our DS is just not as good a writer as DD, and his poor writing is not due to a lack of instruction in MCPS, but both kids read a ton, and DS is a straight-A student. When I see what type of work receives an A for DS, it's honestly shocking.

FWIW I don't think this is just an MCPS issue. This is 2024 issue and fewer people are really teaching writing. It's frightening how many people don't understand the seriousness of that and are content to say "oh well, they will just use AI" or something similar. [/quote]

I’m an English teacher who transitioned to working in a private school. It’s night and day. I have fewer students and more planning time, so I’m able to intentionally focus on writing instruction. My students write, get feedback, and revise frequently. The school prioritizes writing instruction, so English teachers are placed in a position to provide it.

I didn’t receive that support in public, where I had twice as many students and about 30 minutes a day to myself to grade.

No, it is absolutely not fair.[/quote]

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