And what does this mean to our kids?

I read this article this morning and it spoke to the empty feeling I have in my belly about the current educational trajectory. Regrets of an Accomplished Child  I sure do not want my kids to learn to check off boxes for an empty educational agenda and figure out the minimum necessary to look good on paper.  In our home we love learning, reading good books, asking questions, and making connections. I love being surprised at the thoughts that my kids come up with!  I become aware that even though I am the grown-up, they are the future and that we fit in at the current moment with an energy of possibility.  Every day learning takes a curious mind that is not afraid or stressed out And a passionate, compassionate teacher!  I have learned that the one who makes the most mistakes also becomes the most aware and accomplished because of their experiences with the mistake.  Because of school and rankings, I do not want them to learn to limit themselves to accomplish only what they can do right and what is taught within the standards.  I do not want their creativity hid because someone else didn't make their idea the right answer.   Both of my kids are curious and I sure hope that their public education does not take that light away!  I will do everything I can to fuel the fires for what they find wonder in.  Their lives are WONDERful!