Continuing the series on public school education, it’s important to note that my intention in these posts is not to promote homeschooling. The point of this series is to specifically discuss the federal government’s control of education and resulting consequences. There are other options available but will only be desirable by a public who realizes that the government’s role should not include that of “Educator”.
Can you answer any of these questions and do you know why they are important for parents to know?
- When was the Federal Department of Education established?
- When did the government’s role in education greatly increase?
- How has increased funding improved the quality of education?
- Do you agree with this statement: “In short, never has public education been more generously supported by the taxpayer and never have our schools seen more violence, academic disarray, and parental dissatisfaction than the present. What is even more shocking is that over four million students must be drugged daily with Ritalin in order to be able to attend class….What is actually taking place is a cultural revolution engineered by behavioral psychologists, humanist educators, and socialist change agents using a whole galaxy of education programs to implement their agenda, financed by the federal government.” Samuel Blumenfield
- Are a people really free if the government controls the education of the public? What happens in other businesses where there is no free market, no accountability and no competition?
I challenge you to look these up and study them. There is so much at stake.
I love the ambiance of Christmas decor, soft lights and beautiful music. But if ever a society has gotten caught up in overdoing a thing, surely it is decorating for Christmas.
Ahhh….white lights. White lights make everything dreamy. I want to do this over the door of our new home, even though we’re not there. Kind of like “there’s a light at the end of the tunnel” kind of thing. Most Christmases, we just string some white lights and set out some candles…simple bliss.
We have already made Oreo Cookie Bark several times and found it to be one of the simplest and most delicious snacks around! Melt white chocolate over low heat, crumble Oreo cookies into it (or use bite-sized if you’re in a real hurry), pour out on a cookie sheet, let cool, and break into pieces.
Fudge! Isn’t this a cute idea for a child’s gift? Or a hostess gift? Or guest favors? I’ll slip one into a cellophane bag and tie with a ribbon.
Sugared Nuts
These can be made the day before and refrigerated, and popped in oven or microwave the next morning! My family loved these. Scramble eggs, (I mixed a little milk in) drop in your favorite breakfast foods (sausage, mushrooms, bell pepper, onions, cheese, etc.), bake and pop out for perfect, hand-sized breakfast muffins.
