LeBron's I Promise School Fails: Zero 8th Graders Pass Math
Submitted by MAGA Student
Posted 2 days ago
In a shocking revelation, not a single 8th-grade student at the I Promise School in Ohio, founded by liberal activist and basketball legend LeBron James, has passed the state's math proficiency exam since 2019. This alarming statistic was uncovered by a review conducted by the local Akron Beacon Journal.
The I Promise School, which is part of the Akron, Ohio public school system, was established by James to assist students who had previously underperformed in other schools. The school boasts smaller class sizes, more teachers, and a longer school day than typical public schools in the area. It also emphasizes STEM curriculum and a "we are family" philosophy.
Despite these efforts, the school has failed to deliver on its promise of academic excellence. In addition to all 8th graders failing math tests for years, only 11 percent of 8th-grade students were able to pass Ohio's English exams. As a result, the school was designated an Additional Targeted Support and Improvement (ATSI) School, which requires intervention from the state.
James responded to the poor performance of his students by committing to continue with the project, although he did not indicate that any changes would be made to the method. He stated, "We're here for the ups and downs, and will continue to wraparound our students and their entire families so they can be successful in school and in life, no matter the challenges and obstacles that come their way."
This news raises serious questions about the effectiveness of the school's approach and the ability of celebrity-led initiatives to deliver meaningful educational outcomes. It also underscores the need for greater accountability and transparency in our education system.
The failure of the I Promise School to deliver on its promise of academic excellence is a stark reminder of the challenges facing our education system. It is clear that more needs to be done to ensure that all students have access to a quality education that prepares them for success in the 21st century.
In the meantime, we can only hope that the school will take this opportunity to reflect on its approach and make the necessary changes to ensure that its students receive the education they deserve.
Sources:
nypost.com
themainewire.com
legalinsurrection.com
The I Promise School, which is part of the Akron, Ohio public school system, was established by James to assist students who had previously underperformed in other schools. The school boasts smaller class sizes, more teachers, and a longer school day than typical public schools in the area. It also emphasizes STEM curriculum and a "we are family" philosophy.
Despite these efforts, the school has failed to deliver on its promise of academic excellence. In addition to all 8th graders failing math tests for years, only 11 percent of 8th-grade students were able to pass Ohio's English exams. As a result, the school was designated an Additional Targeted Support and Improvement (ATSI) School, which requires intervention from the state.
James responded to the poor performance of his students by committing to continue with the project, although he did not indicate that any changes would be made to the method. He stated, "We're here for the ups and downs, and will continue to wraparound our students and their entire families so they can be successful in school and in life, no matter the challenges and obstacles that come their way."
This news raises serious questions about the effectiveness of the school's approach and the ability of celebrity-led initiatives to deliver meaningful educational outcomes. It also underscores the need for greater accountability and transparency in our education system.
The failure of the I Promise School to deliver on its promise of academic excellence is a stark reminder of the challenges facing our education system. It is clear that more needs to be done to ensure that all students have access to a quality education that prepares them for success in the 21st century.
In the meantime, we can only hope that the school will take this opportunity to reflect on its approach and make the necessary changes to ensure that its students receive the education they deserve.
Sources:
nypost.com
themainewire.com
legalinsurrection.com
