Westfahl:

Normally I respect your opinions, however your theory is flawed, and frankly is bunk.

How many students graduated from the public school system who could not read, write, or balance a checkbook during the same time frame?

By all accounts, nationwide, there has been much failure in the public school system, with a few shining stars.

I do applaud the teachers who put forth their best efforts, however the system is punitive to those striving to teach our youth to be the best they can be.