High school students should get more options
Re “Misfits Need Schooling That Fits,” column, Aug. 7
Bob Sipchen makes an important point. As a third-grade teacher, I see the problems with the one-size-fits-all system. We are losing so many students. There used to be many options for high school students -- vocational education, auto shop, graphic design classes, home economics. Now, with the current thinking that all students must go through a college preparatory program in high school, many are choosing to drop out. If they could have other options, they too could make many successful contributions to the work world. We still need plumbers, electricians and auto mechanics, so why not provide these classes for students who have no intention of going to college but are interested in these careers.
SUSAN BRANMAN
Los Angeles
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