Free Write

Hm....an open post on a blog about education.  I am...somewhat at a loss for what to say, the other topics seem to summarize many of the ideas that swim about my head.  Although...I suppose one topic that has not been addressed is that of the poor.  I firmly believe that education is the pathway to bettering oneself, and through education people can become better and more successful.  However, many of the less fortunate people in this country and around the world have difficulty accessing quality education.  Hunger, failing schools, troubles with family life, and other factors can hurt a students ability to succeed in school.  These problems are a plague upon society and there are many suggested ways to counter them, but thus far we have not found a cure all to help these students flourish.  Perhaps technology can help these students to succeed, but that does not replace classic approaches like dedicated teachers, food programs, and counselors.  I believe a synthesis of the old and the new are crucial to helping students succeed, especially students who are struggling.  I will not discount any tool that may aid a struggling student.