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An open discussion about the troubled parent industry

On 2006-01-08 14:26:00, Anonymous wrote:

"I am both a Hyde graduate and former faculty member, having finished my teaching stint at Bath nearly ten years ago.  I agree with many of your reactions about the "round peg in a square hole" syndrome.  I often felt misunderstood and tortured both mentally and physically as a student.  Nonetheless, I did believe that the school made me confront many of my insecurities and fears.  Compared to Hyde, college was a breeze and after going to graduate school I accepted a teaching position at Hyde.  Essentially, I did so hoping that I could make a difference in the lives of kids (and learn proper teaching techniques in the process).  



In terms of the quality of academic instruction at Hyde, no one can claim that the school puts academics first.  Although I did work alongside a few excellent educators, most were not well versed in their subject areas.  Sadly, this did not make much of a difference since the schedule at Hyde was so "seminar" and "sports-centered" that there was little time to teach.  Moreover, many of my colleagues looked forward to these scenarios so that they would not have to teach.  



Hyde truly is not for everyone.  Unfortunately, kids do not often get to make the decisions as to where they will attend school.  Parents often put their sons or daughters in a place like Hyde because they want them "fixed".  My recommendation for all prospective families is for you to do your  homework.  Ask good questions.  If you want a strenuous academic environment, then Hyde may not be the place for you.

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The academics might be weak but I actually had trouble keeping up with my schoolwork because I was so tired all the time because of sports practices. Did anyone else have the same problem at Hyde? Before I get dismissed for griping about mandatory sports, Hyde's attitude was "it wasn't a good practice if nobody puked".

There is something feeble and contemptible about a man who cannot face life without the help of comfortable myths.
--Bertrand Russell, British philosopher, educator, mathemetician, and social critic

On 2005-12-07 14:28:00, Anonymous wrote:

"what year was Hyde School founded?"

1966.

Life may have no meaning.  Or even worse, it may have a meaning of which I disapprove.
http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0912800909/circlofmiamithem' target='_new'>Ashleigh Brilliant

There are other schools and programs that market like this. WWASP, acording to what I've seen on the 'net, PAYS parents for referals. And I think that in this respect scAmway is a better metaphor than the Hare Krishnas.

say what you will about the sweet miracle of unquestioning faith, I consider a capacity for it terrifying and absolutely vile.
--Kurt Vonnegut, American author

I agree with Lars that it's not wise to focus on Joe's personal wealth. Maybe it's true that he's getting rich but that's not where he lives. Joe, ladies and gentlemen, is very much a drinker of his own Kool-Aid. What's more important to remember about the money is that the money itself is a brainwashing tool (at least for the parents). After all, the more money that you've given to Joe, the more likely that you're going to stay committed to Hyde, throw your kid out on the street if he runs, etc.

When he [Califano] claims that the voters of Arizona and California did not know what they were voting for when they supported the two initiatives, he reminds me of the way Serbia's President Slobodan Milosevic reacted to recent election results in that country.
-- George Soros -- Sunday, February 2 1997; Page C01 The Washington Post

Actualy, I don't remember that one because I was on cross country that fall. I did get sharked though. The worst thing about the sports was that by the time study hall came around, just before lights out, I was just totally drained. My studies suffered horribly because of it.

Here's freedom to him who would read;
 
Here's freedom to him who would write;

None ever feared that the truth should be heard,

But them that the truth would indict.


--author unknown (circa 1914)

On 2005-11-06 19:13:00, Lars wrote:

"As a criminal defense lawyer who handles a lot of drug cases, I can tell you that most people get nailed because they didn't know that they have a right to say no to searches.  Most people think that if the cops are going to search anyway, they're better off cooperating.  WRONG!!!  When you consent, you waive the right to challenge the search and get the evidence suppressed when the matter goes to court and hamstring your attorney.  Always say no.



Don't consent to a search.

Now Lars, doesn't representing drug defendants violate some sort of Hyde "ethic"? (snark snark)
Like brother's jailor..er..keeper?

Revelation indeed had no weight with me.
--Benjamin Franklin, American Founding Father, author, and inventor

Wasn't George H.W. Director of Central Intelligence before he was VP?

There is nothing so likely to produce peace as to be well prepared to meet the enemy.
--George Washington