Please Memorize Your Multiplication Table
No more spelling tests the principal said.
The teachers were confused. Why?
It is not fun. We only do things that entertain them now.
That was five years ago.
The eight year olds cannot spell.
During standardized tests they want us to tell them the words.
We are not allowed to do it.
They get angry.
They are not used to hearing no.
We ask them to memorize their multiplication tables.
They send their parents up to threaten a law suit.
We back down, showing them what to do next time.
The school system is failing the youngsters of today.
The parents are not requiring any chores.
Youth is crying out for direction and discipline.
Written 7-8-3021
Contest: Let Her Rip #3
Sponsor: John Lawless
Copyright © Caren Krutsinger | Year Posted 2021
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