Reframe the objective of Common Core Standards, because China is kicking our butts ? Something is fundamentally wrong...

Good morning --

Since when, did our nation (U.S) become fearful of "Standards" ? 

I am particularly referring to the Common Core Standards being considered for K-12 systems. 

The debate along the "Standards" line seems so childish and absurd that Michelle Rhee, the former DC Chancellor of Schools, recently advised a bunch of Florida Lawmakers that they should reframe the debate as :

"China is kicking our butts".

Is that REALLY necessary, folks ? Whether China kicks our butt or not, part and parcel of education systems reform will involve "enhancing" or "evolving" STANDARDS.

Dear Parents -- it is time for you all to wake up, and take an active role in this topic's debate. It is our CHILDREN's future we are having a LIVE / REAL TIME debate. (#math360)

Here is the link to the story --

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