Education Reform

"Often I think traditional education is designed to meet the adult's needs and not the children's needs." -Kelsey Maddox, a great friend

I just wanted to put this approximate quote that I pulled from my friend because I think it is so true.  I work in a traditional school setting and it disgusts me how little is actually done in thinking of the children's needs. There is a lot of lip service given to the idea of helping children "achieve their full potential" but it's compromised because of the inherently flawed systems and lack of vision regarding education in a holistic way (mind, body and spirit).  In other words, I think it's bullshit.  I wouldn't use that word unless I actually meant it and I mean it.

Although I am obviously very critical of these traditional education systems (which honestly end up being heaped high with bureaucracy), I also have an alternative in mind; Montessori education.

I am not unaware of the sin nature that all insufficiency stems from (even in the best circumstances) yet I see Montessori as something that optimizes a person's development and I believe it should replace the traditional education system.

Here's a short video why:

http://www.indiegogo.com/projects/building-the-pink-tower