Mom sues preschool for damaging 4 yo Ivy League chances

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A Manhattan mother is suing York Avenue Preschool for $19,000, claiming the school failed to provide adequate educational preparation for her gifted 4-year-old daughter, potentially jeopardizing her chances of admission to elite private schools and Ivy League universities. The lawsuit highlights the competitive nature of early childhood education in New York City, where parents often invest heavily in preschools to secure future academic advantages. The discussion reveals a mix of opinions on the validity of the lawsuit, with some arguing that the high tuition reflects the cost of quality education, while others criticize the pressure placed on young children and the absurdity of suing for preschool experiences. Many participants express concern over the societal emphasis on early academic success and the implications of such expectations on childhood development. The conversation also touches on broader themes of educational inequality and the role of parental involvement in a child's academic journey.
  • #61
MJay82 said:
Because the education we've been giving our children in America for decades/centuries is largely inadequate, or at the VERY least not as good as it could/should be? Be the change.

I couldn't care less about being part of that change for a doomed species.
 
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  • #62
nismaratwork said:
I couldn't care less about being part of that change for a doomed species.

I hear you and can't fault you for it. Still, some of us must try. :)
 
  • #63
MJay82 said:
I hear you and can't fault you for it. Still, some of us must try. :)

In that, I wish you and all teachers the best of luck, not in the least for having to deal with parents...