Airhead leftism is in fashion. Standards are in the subbasement. Teachers are mostly mediocre. What’s a parent to do? I recommend family camping. Lots of it. Camping demands concentration on ordinary chores and responsibilities kids aren’t used to. Books replace television. Nature is noticed. Appreciation of parents, especially after sunset, is enhanced. There’s lots of time for thoughtful chat.
Mainly for lack of funds for summer camp for three or a summer vacation for five, we did a great deal of camping when our kids were growing up. Three seasons in tents, winter weekends and holidays in heated cabins. Worked well , too, until our oldest went off to Harvard and got soft in the head. Happily she hasn’t influenced her sisters and will soon be gone from there.
The only voice heard in the public square offering clearheaded and fresh ideas about American education is Newt Ginrich.
