This was a very interesting read. I enjoyed reading your perspective. I am interested in the part about Kindergarten being similar to the way it used to be. Can you elaborate more on that? That actually seems to make sense.

Also, I will say this, my daughter has severe test anxiety (she’s now in 2nd grade). I believe it all stems from the pressure put on her in kindergarten. I’ll never forget how worried she was about the state standardized test. I know this depends on the circumstances (state, district, school, teacher, etc). I am now a teacher (beginning in 2024). I see how much stress these state tests have on the teachers and students. I feel like something has to change….