My DH is a HS math teacher (33 years). My son and daughter are both elementary teachers. I can tell you that they are all dedicated and frustrated. The students must pass standardized test to keep funding. So what do they want the teachers to do...teach the test. Hubby says that the students need to learn math. The latest smart move is the administation says give em a caculator and they can figure things out. What about count money, making change, check books, and maybe in the future making quilt patterns???? DH is an outstanding teacher and totally ready to retire.