Click on the link for the article that Follows, and answer the following:
http://www.nydailynews.com/news/2007/12/14/2007-12-14_harlem_principal_gets_a_slap_over_memo.html
1. What is your reaction to the article?
2. What reasons might explain why the Principal sent the memo to the teachers?
3. Would you be happy if you knew that a teacher gave you a "passing" grade, even though you didn't deserve it?
4. Should teachers challenge students to learn, or just help them to pass exams like the Regents, and the State Tests?
5. Do you feel that you are challenged enough academically in your classes? If not, then what should teachers be doing to challenge you more?
