For the past few days Colson has been studying for a "big" science test (this test is not a typical multiple choice/true or false, but its pretty much all essay; writing out the answers in complete sentences).  Both his dad and I have been helping him studying; grilling him on the facts and workings of the plant system.  Honestly it's a lot to comprehend for a 4th grader; a lot of pressure is put on these kids to perform well.  He said yesterday that if he did not get a "C" or better that his recess will be taken away for a week.  What! are you kidding me? kids NEED recess! teachers NEED recess! aren't there better ways of encouraging a student to do their very best? what about having scheduled study times, in class, with other students? playing games to help the kids "get it?"  Why do these teachers work harder instead of smarter?

Colson got up early, 6:45am, to study; he and I then went over all his material, twice, before I dropped him off at school.  I told him to take his time; not to hurry; if he doesn't know an answer to circle the number of the question and move on; come back to it when he has completed the other questions.  He's got it all down! now if he can just stay focused and not stress himself out!  On the way to school as we were going over his material, again, his little leg was just bouncing up and down (I do that when I get nervous as do a few of the other kids).  My heart just went out to him.  I'm praying God allows him to have a  clear mind and to remember everything, so he passes this test with flying colors! and he gets to keep his recess!!