I think Bill makes an important point Doug, Homeschooling families have said all along that they are capable of educating their children for much less than the...
... Betty Betty, Bill: It will be interesting to see what the expectations of the Gates foundation are verses what Bill comes up with in his proposal. I got...
I've felt drawn to toss my 2cents into this general conversation, which has been unfolding (somewhat in parts) on both of our "lists." However, since what I...
... which has been unfolding (somewhat in parts) on both of our "lists." Doug: If I would just get off my duff and make it happen, I would like to set up an...
In a message dated 03/01/2003 9:43:06 PM !!!First Boot!!!, ... Maybe they'd be good practice though. :) BTW, I can definitely picture you and me and a few...
In a message dated 03/01/2003 10:02:58 PM !!!First Boot!!!, ... The way the current system of public schools is set up, it would be extremely cost prohibitive...
Jill, thanks for your draft proposal for the learning center you plan to startin California. I have no idea what the limits of the Gates Foundation are. My...
I went to the site at the Gates Foundation : http://www.gatesfoundation.org/education/smallhighschools/announcements/announce-030226.htm And found the...
Nance said: "Maybe you have two cents to add on how a learning center for teens might look?" I can share with you about the one we're working now to get off...
Congratulations in Arkansas! We have found that teens from 12 years old up demonstrate initiative and genius and sound judgement when challenged with projects...
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This sounds so hopeful! The teens largely doing it for themselves. My only question is, when you are turned down by the "insiders," what are the alternative...
Well Nance, we are (of course) hoping that the powers that be will be swayed by the young people's enthusiasm. Plus we have a new mayor and 2 new city council...
In a message dated 3/6/2003 9:59:23 AM Eastern Standard Time, ... Sounds like everyone is learning a lot. Even the kids. :) I hope you'll post regular updates...
BE: Augusto, I just checked. You name was not on this list. It is now. With this reply I'm forwarding you post to the whole <LC>group. We'd all like to...
Very sad news... The evening of March 6, on one of the winding mountain roads near the town where we live, four teens were involved in a tragic auto accident....
Thought you might be interested to read the proposal that the teens will be presenting to City Council tonight: THE ULTIMATE TEEN CENTER A proposal to the...
This sounds good, Christine. My only comment is that the success of such a venture requires cooperation. Unfortunately, few people know how to cooperate in...
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Well Nance... the kids "wowed" them. The turn-out was magnificent... nearly 30 teens attended the meeting (which really blew the socks off the council members)...
In a message dated 3/11/2003 6:32:53 PM Eastern Standard Time, ... Well, I certainly hope so! What a roller coaster!! I'm so glad the kids are pushing on and...
... BE: WOW !!! great stuff Christine and Adam. I'm sure that the City Council will support the effort. I might point out that in my small town of 1000...
Thanks for the cheers!!! And Bill, I LOVE the idea of the "community owned corporation." In fact I'm wondering if it might be possible for you to share a copy...
... BE: Thanks for the update Christine. Seems like you, Adam and Shalom are doing just what some of envision but don't carry out. As to more on "community...
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