Comments on: Local Teachers Share $64K In Education Grants

By: No Excuses

No Excuses — Tue, 21 Oct 2014 23:48:19 +0000

I worked in Escambia schools for a number of years before taking employment where I work now. I was always getting grants for this or that to assist my students and to make learning more enjoyable for them. The Junior League, JTPA grants, Coca Cola, etc. etc. Whoever got my classes and classroom after me got a dream situation because of the grants. We do what we can with what we get then look for ways to supplement the classroom funds. It does make a difference and I am glad that teachers are taking advantage of what is being offered.

By: BILL

BILL — Tue, 21 Oct 2014 17:24:07 +0000

Education is what you make it. I went through Escambia schools Berrineau Park, Ransom and Tate) system and guess what, I turned out pretty dang good. As a parent I find myself immersed in my 2 kids school /home work. If you think it’s the school’s job to do everything for your child during the school day your sadly mistaken. Get involved with your kids school and make the experience a great one for them instead of complaining the county or the state doesn’t do enough for us. That type attitude is why our kids are not getting the education they need. Put down your iPhone or tablet and do math or reading homework with your kids, you’d be amazed at the results you would see.

By: Jane

Jane — Tue, 21 Oct 2014 08:46:14 +0000

I feel sad that the children, who deserve a better education and a good start in Life, need grants to get a good education. The County Commissioners squander so much money on other pet projects and do little to help the schools.