Category Archives: US

Is Universal Pre-K Really the Way to Go?

Posted on January 28, 2014 by Meg Rayborn Dawson

There is something just so right-sounding and attractive about the idea of Pre-K for every kid in America.  It’s just a “no-brainer”, isn’t it?  There is no doubt that the concept is gaining popularity all over the country and, of … Continue reading →

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Homeschoolers Aboard!

Posted on November 6, 2013 by Meg Rayborn Dawson

Sometimes there just is no other option than homeschooling. One may be completely dissatisfied by one’s local public school; Or one may live outside the country with no viable alternatives. Then again, one may live on a boat, continually sailing … Continue reading →

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COMMON CORE: HERE WE GO AGAIN!

Posted on September 5, 2013 by Meg Rayborn Dawson

(A post by Paradigm Company’s President Peter Watt) ———– Do you remember Look & Say (Dick & Jane)? Do you remember Whole Word? Do you remember Whole Language? Do you remember “New Math?” Do you remember Outcome Based Education? (OBE) … Continue reading →

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So Who Is Pulling the CCSS Strings?

Posted on June 28, 2013 by Meg Rayborn Dawson

One of the sensitive questions revolving around Common Core State Standards (CCSS) is whether it is a federally instigated program.  That this is a sensitive issue is quite clear given the fervent denials by those who support the plan. Getting … Continue reading →

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EXTRA! EXTRA! – the results are in from The Paradigm Company’s first Drawing!

Posted on January 9, 2013 by Meg Rayborn Dawson

So many of you showed an interest in both of our wonderful prizes that we wish we could give one to each and every one of you!  But reality (and our Chief Financial Officer) must prevail and we had to … Continue reading →

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Reeding in Amarika

Posted on December 14, 2012 by Meg Rayborn Dawson

This month the results of the PSAT exam will be delivered to the approximately 3.5 million high school students across the country who took the exam back in October.  The PSAT is a preliminary version of the familiar SATs, and … Continue reading →

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