Thread:Chrisblac007/@comment-35708636-20180527225307

Why are there standardized testing in the state of Texas? These tests don't just measure the progress of Texas public school students, but it also determines if these student’s future as well. You go over 13 years of school and to get out of high school you must be able to pass one test or you’re never going to get into college if you don't pass these tests. So, what is the purpose? How are children learning basic life skills and preparing them for the real world? The fact of the matter is that they are not. I will give you a personal example, I was once in line at a store and young lady was working behind the counter and this older gentleman was paying with a check but, his hands were not in the best working condition so he handed the young lady the check for her to fill it out. The young lady (who I knew was a senior in high school since I am employed at the school she attended.) Looked at him and said I have no idea how to fill it out. This particular student could probably tell you how to solve a algebra problem but she couldn't fill out a simple thing such as a check. To me instead of testing our children or something that is not useful in everyday life, why not show them how to live in the real world and become good people that can function with the rest of society.  