DIS Dads DDC XIX - Squirrel!

[GoofyDadinVA]

I always read at a higher grade level, but I think it's because my buddy Stan Lee wrote at collage level.

Speaking of Stan Lee...I'm hoping to get into a showing of The Avengers this weekend.

 

[Cinderella's Fella]

Speaking of Stan Lee...I'm hoping to get into a showing of The Avengers this weekend.

I wonder who he'll be playing in that?

 

[baseballmickey]

There's a line I like to use:

"Wherever you find 4 Catholics, you're bound to find a Fifth..."

31 Days out! And wouldn't you know, I can't re-work my Le Cellier reservation for a different day. I guess that place is popular...

That place is hoppin'! Sorry you can't rework the rezzie. Hope something opens up for you.

A related comment. The main reason I don't lift weights is because weights are heavy!

My neighbor wants me to run with him. But I don't have an hour from 6-7 every night like he does.

I would love to have the time to run. Only time to do it would be early morning before DW leaves for work, and that would mean only 5 hours of sleep at night. I am not that motivated.

Anyone see this? http://www.wdwinfo.com/news/Theme_P...tion_coming_to_Disney_s_Hollywood_Studios.htm

Captain Jack Sparrow to DHS.

I saw it now. interesting... never gave the prince caspian thing a moment's thought... this, I would like to hear more about.

Good idea. I think they already have a few thousand people for that job.

so.... you're telling me it's a "NO"?

Good news.

Yes it is. I can no longer blame his tantrums on the fever. He's back to being a PITA of his own accord.

 

[theduck619]

Speaking of Stan Lee...I'm hoping to get into a showing of The Avengers this weekend.

It's on my schedule for Saturday!!

 

[AirGoofy]

We were lucky. From elementary school, the Pirate Princess was in an IB magnet program. Very rigorous academic program. Special certification for the school and teachers. They are also tough on the kids. Went to a parent teacher meeting when she was in the third grade and one parent who was new to the program complained about all of the homework. All of us "old timers" chuckled and before the principal could answer we told him to get used to it. That is the way it is.

Have nothing but good things to say about her public education. Also have to admire her teachers. In elementary school I was invited to attend her classes one day. After about 15 minutes, I was ready to get the hell out of there. Leave me in charge of those little munchkins for a whole day and I would be reduced to a sobbing blob of goo crying in a corner. No amount of money could make me be a teacher.

My parents did that with me. Burnt me out. College was relaxing. But, they had me doing so many educational type things that I never really figured out what I want to do. Going to school for the sake of going to school. Now, that's what I do everyday. Sad.

We homeschool and it works well for us. Our school district is overcrowded and under staffed. I feel for teachers, they have thier hands tied in alot of situations and there just is not enough time in a day to all they want to.

Once again, you surprise me nemesis. Kudos.

I always read at a higher grade level, but I think it's because my buddy Stan Lee wrote at collage level.

My favorite type of reading. So, do you point the inconsistencies between the comic and the movie to others? After so long, DW looks at me and says no more.

I saw it now. interesting... never gave the prince caspian thing a moment's thought... this, I would like to hear more about.

so.... you're telling me it's a "NO"?
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You are welcome to apply for that job. I will be a temp Dole Whip tester in October. I just have to pay for them.

Speaking of Stan Lee...I'm hoping to get into a showing of The Avengers this weekend.

I may try to see this weekend. No soccer as it is a tournament weekend. But, we have first communion and a derby party This weekend. In KY, derby is second only to UK basketball, yet the vast majority no nothing about raising horses. I am no expert, but have learned quite a bit from FIL.

 

[AirGoofy]

Hadn't heard that. But it would be cool!

It would be, but I heard a rumor that Candace busted them.

You are on roll today. Must be them smart teacher brains.

Positive parental involvement, not helicopter parenting or parents who think involvement means "I'm here to make sure that you do everything for my child, including things that I should be doing myself."

The other day, my wife received a phone call from a parent, we'll call her Suzy. Suzy was complaining that another parent, "Minnie", was bullying her (Suzy) at their children's bus stops. No one was bothering the kids mind you, the mom was complaining about the other mom being mean to her and expecting my wife, the principal at their daughters' school to do something about it. That's not the type of parental involvement that helps a student.

I also agree with the parental involvement. Only issue here is we get called pushy parents. Apparently we expect too much.

Long story short, Our oldest was finally moved ahead a grade after tests (that we had been requesting for over a year) They did some more tests this year said he is still advanced for his age and class. The forensics teacher has now become involved (i guess he was supposed to be from the beginning) Did a some more tests and said he is reading at a High school level (our son is in 3rd grade). His 3rd grade teacher has told our son (he has come home and said this) the he is lying about his reading abilities and needs to pick more "grade appropriate" books. Apparently she says he should only be reading a 3rd grade level book, when he has been told to choose harder books by us and the forensics teacher.

And that is the short version

There's a difference between pushy and hover parents. Youngest dd complained about an issue on the bus. I want to teach her how to deal with these situations, so told her to ask child to stop and go to teacher/VP if it did not. She did that(as evidenced my email from teacher), yet when she returned home, while she was supposed to sit somewhere else on bus, the bus driver did not get the notice. I emailed the school and offered to ride the bus the next day to and from school and met with the driver. No further issue. Later this year, oldest dd had an issue with child on the bus. I told her to handle it and she did, without my email this time.

I guess my issue is that the school does not need to teach "chortle" and other nonsense, but no where is there a course on how to invest money, balance checkbook, develop household budget, etc. It seems like our educational system is going somewhere, but not sure if it is the correct direction.

 

[wasnotafan]

My parents did that with me. Burnt me out. College was relaxing. But, they had me doing so many educational type things that I never really figured out what I want to do. Going to school for the sake of going to school. Now, that's what I do everyday. Sad.

+1

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I may try to see this weekend. No soccer as it is a tournament weekend. But, we have first communion and a derby party This weekend. In KY, derby is second only to UK basketball, yet the vast majority no nothing about raising horses. I am no expert, but have learned quite a bit from FIL.

I can't believe I have a program to do. New agent and mostly Mennonite crowd so they have little interest in the Derby. I know all I want to know about horses... you feed them, they poop, you clean it up. Repeat until broke.

 

[baseballmickey]

Morning gentlemen. On the green side of the grass so that is a good thing.

Last two days of "school" for the kids. DD has done nothing all week and has more of the same scheduled for today and tomorrow. DS's teacher is at least making them do something in the morning.

I was talking with an FFA instructor this morning and their county school already graduated last week. He was running through his mind the non-FFA students that "graduated" that aren't even reading or writing at grade level.

Homeschooling is looking more promising all the time.

As a teacher at a private school with a spouse who works in a public school system, this makes me sad. I understand the frustrations and certainly recognize the value of homeschooling for many people, but anytime a school or system is indicted for failing to meet the most basic expectations it saddens me.

I don't think our public schools are that bad here (good test scores), but I wasn't happy with Catholic schools here either. They teach to the test here - learn to spell chortle because it is there - so not happy with that either. I replied on the rant board as well. When we got married, I wanted to live further out in county - not to be a farmer as that is way too much work - but to have enough land to be able to raise some of our food. DW said no, she did not like living with dad on his land with horses, so we have the 1/5 acre lot in subdivision. Beverly.

I've heard good things about the public school district in our area, but our kids attend a charter school. We had heard good things about it and entered them in the lottery, and they got in--probably the only lottery we'll ever win. We've been thrilled with the school. One of the reasons I think it succeeds is because parental involvement is a requirement. I know I've read about studies that say parental involvement is one of the biggest factors in the success of education. Just my $0.02.

Positive parental involvement, not helicopter parenting or parents who think involvement means "I'm here to make sure that you do everything for my child, including things that I should be doing myself."


The other day, my wife received a phone call from a parent, we'll call her Suzy. Suzy was complaining that another parent, "Minnie", was bullying her (Suzy) at their children's bus stops. No one was bothering the kids mind you, the mom was complaining about the other mom being mean to her and expecting my wife, the principal at their daughters' school to do something about it. That's not the type of parental involvement that helps a student.

I thought you were starting a list of complaints about Wisconsin Dells there for a minute. Am I right Barry?







I also agree with the parental involvement. Only issue here is we get called pushy parents. Apparently we expect too much.

Long story short, Our oldest was finally moved ahead a grade after tests (that we had been requesting for over a year) They did some more tests this year said he is still advanced for his age and class. The forensics teacher has now become involved (i guess he was supposed to be from the beginning) Did a some more tests and said he is reading at a High school level (our son is in 3rd grade). His 3rd grade teacher has told our son (he has come home and said this) the he is lying about his reading abilities and needs to pick more "grade appropriate" books. Apparently she says he should only be reading a 3rd grade level book, when he has been told to choose harder books by us and the forensics teacher.

And that is the short version

DW is a teacher, and perhaps that makes me biased, but I don't think they get the freedom to teach anymore. The system is based on testing. The scores of those tests determine how "good" the schools are, and factor in budgeting, and even beyond as they help determine real estate values. As a result the teachers have pressure on them to get the kids to score well. Learning goes out the window. And testing is not that reliable. I can't keep count of how many times DW has told me stories about kids who need more help with certain subjects but won't get it because they got lucky on the test and scored well, or about kids who tested poorly and are being held back when they simply had a bad day, or just succumbed to the pressure.

DD will enter the system in september. We chose our house because it determine the elementary school she will go to. I hope it's as good as its reputation. Bottom line, It's on us as her parents to make sure she is learning. She's so inquisitive right now. My biggest fear is that she will lose that curiosity if she's told too many times, "that's not on the test, so let's not worry about the answer to that question."

end of rant.

 

[AirGoofy]

What is the difference between Ranger Walker and Ranger Trevette? Ranger Trevette attacks a mob with police cars and gun. Ranger Walker jumps out of a helicopter unarmed and attacks the mob 1 minute before the police cars arrive. What would happen if Ranger Walker had to arrest Chuck Norris?

 

[AirGoofy]

. I know all I want to know about horses... you feed them, they poop, you clean it up. Repeat until broke.

Just don't get the ends mixed up.

DW is a teacher, and perhaps that makes me biased, but I don't think they get the freedom to teach anymore. The system is based on testing. The scores of those tests determine how "good" the schools are, and factor in budgeting, and even beyond as they help determine real estate values. As a result the teachers have pressure on them to get the kids to score well. Learning goes out the window. And testing is not that reliable. I can't keep count of how many times DW has told me stories about kids who need more help with certain subjects but won't get it because they got lucky on the test and scored well, or about kids who tested poorly and are being held back when they simply had a bad day, or just succumbed to the pressure.

DD will enter the system in september. We chose our house because it determine the elementary school she will go to. I hope it's as good as its reputation. Bottom line, It's on us as her parents to make sure she is learning. She's so inquisitive right now. My biggest fear is that she will lose that curiosity if she's told too many times, "that's not on the test, so let's not worry about the answer to that question."

end of rant.

Amen. If it is not teaching to the test (for the kids in to groups), it is providing free child care for the others and not teaching them.

 

[theduck619]

Once again, you surprise me nemesis. Kudos.



My favorite type of reading. So, do you point the inconsistencies between the comic and the movie to others? After so long, DW looks at me and says no more.

I wouldn't be a good nemesis unless I kept you hopping

DW just ignores me when I say stuff like "thats not how it was in the comics". Being married to me is her FastPass to Sainthood

 

[wasnotafan]

Guess I hit a hot point with the Dads. Glad for those of you that have good schools and I am not surprised to see that you are all involved in your children's education. That is what a DISDad does.

 

[theduck619]

Guess I hit a hot point with the Dads. Glad for those of you that have good schools and I am not surprised to see that you are all involved in your children's education. That is what a DISDad does.

 

[AirGoofy]

I wouldn't be a good nemesis unless I kept you hopping

DW just ignores me when I say stuff like "thats not how it was in the comics". Being married to me is her FastPass to Sainthood

I tried to explain that Iceman was one of the original X-men so he wouldn't be younger than Cyclops. That did it to her. Imagine what happened when I tried to explain the origin of Venom in Secret Wars? But, at least I now have her hooked on the Avengers movie and she wants to go to theater and see the movie.

Guess I hit a hot point with the Dads. Glad for those of you that have good schools and I am not surprised to see that you are all involved in your children's education. That is what a DISDad does.

Yes, excellent topic today. Overall, I am satisfied with child's education, but like everything else, I always want more and better for my child. Succeeding in life is more than just education - it's about character, effort, and a little luck helps as well.

 

[GoofyIsAsGoofyDoes]

Being married to me is her FastPass to Sainthood

Guess I hit a hot point with the Dads. Glad for those of you that have good schools and I am not surprised to see that you are all involved in your children's education. That is what a DISDad does.

You are correct sir!

And it has been a good conversation.

Yes, excellent topic today. Overall, I am satisfied with child's education, but like everything else, I always want more and better for my child. Succeeding in life is more than just education - it's about character, effort, and a little luck helps as well.

This about sums it up for me as well. My boy wants to go into music performance, composition and education. If I were a controlling parent, I’d be dissuading him from that decision, but I think instead I’ll support him and give him the opportunity to succeed. He likely won’t get rich with that choice, but he may actually enjoy what he’s doing with his life.

 

[AirGoofy]

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This about sums it up for me as well. My boy wants to go into music performance, composition and education. If I were a controlling parent, I’d be dissuading him from that decision, but I think instead I’ll support him and give him the opportunity to succeed. He likely won’t get rich with that choice, but he may actually enjoy what he’s doing with his life.

Agreed. How does one define success? Wealth is a great start. Or, is it being happy at ones career? What did I read in the Total Money Makeover? Invest $2K for the first 5 years of adult life at 18, 10% APY return, stop investing at 23 and retire close to a millionaire with compound interest? I wish someone had told me that at 18.

 

[theduck619]

Agreed. How does one define success? Wealth is a great start. Or, is it being happy at ones career? What did I read in the Total Money Makeover? Invest $2K for the first 5 years of adult life at 18, 10% APY return, stop investing at 23 and retire close to a millionaire with compound interest? I wish someone had told me that at 18.

Me too

 

[katoot]

I need to run or something, maybe seeing you guys posting about it will encourage me to do something.

We have this thread, although, admittedly, I've been slacking off a lot lately.

 

[scott2997]

OK guys, I hate to go back ON TOPIC, but I have a question that's been bothering me about a trip I took back in 1990...

It seems to me that I was on a ride in EPCOT and at the end of it, it gave you an "option" to select one of 3 scenes at the end of it with a push of a button in the ride vehicle. It seems to me, that I remember the ride vehicle swiveling at the end to show you these scenes to select from. I want to say they were projected images or something.

I keep thinking it was Spaceship Earth - but I could be wrong.

Any ideas? It's been bothering the heck out of me trying to figure out what it was.

 

[dvczerfs]

OK guys, I hate to go back ON TOPIC, but I have a question that's been bothering me about a trip I took back in 1990...

It seems to me that I was on a ride in EPCOT and at the end of it, it gave you an "option" to select one of 3 scenes at the end of it with a push of a button in the ride vehicle. It seems to me, that I remember the ride vehicle swiveling at the end to show you these scenes to select from. I want to say they were projected images or something.

I keep thinking it was Spaceship Earth - but I could be wrong.

Any ideas? It's been bothering the heck out of me trying to figure out what it was.

you were on horizons scott. i posted a link "over there" to the youtube link.