common core

Ciao common core. The much hated and often debated standard testing in New York schools is getting a much needed change.

What is 8+7? Ask any adult and they'll tell you 15, without even thinking about it. Ask them how they came up with the answer and they'll say they just know. Before Common Core, kids were taught math with flash cards and memorization. After Common Core, kids are taught with confusing explanations that have most parents scratching their heads...

Did your kid take that test? One of the most popular, and in some ways controversial, conversations going on at offices, homes, and birthday parties is the NY State Test. Should my child opt out? What does his/her teacher think? These questions and more weigh heavy not only on the parents, but the shoulders of students.

What is 5x3? 15 right. One 3rd grader, who answered 15, was deducted a point for getting it wrong. Why?

The controversial Common Core testing begins Tuesday, April 14th but many parents are opting their kids out. Are you one of them?