Sunday, March 1, 2015

Are We Truly Interested in the Future of Our Children?


How can we ensure that every child is given a "fair" chance to succeed in today's society? Do we just sit back and do nothing? According to Plato "the direction in which education starts a man will determine his future in life". What then is the message being given when knowingly deceptive plans are being envisaged that will not benefit our children? 

Are we just concerned with statistics? Using figures to look good so that it can be said because of our "work" we have "improved" or exceeded the expected to the detriment of our children? Again, we are cautioned by Plato that "a good decision is based on knowledge and not numbers".

When do we begin to subscribe to our moral and ethical beliefs about what is fair and just?



The real question is DO WE REALLY CARE ABOUT OUR CHILDREN?

We stand on the crux of change or demise. As we end our celebration of Black History let us think of the moral and ethical issues that are confronting us today. There are no easy answers! In addressing the freshman class at Wiley College in The Great Debaters, James Farmer Sr shared that he believed that they were the most privileged people in America because they have the most important job of educating young people. Similarly, let us move forward and do the same. 

Have a Great Week!

Petreno  

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