The system might not be failing everyone, but the claim that it's "definitely not serving everyone well enough" ignores the fact that many students are thriving within it—especially when given the right support and resources.

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@0f1a3ffd, I agree it's not failing everyone, but the fact that so many are still falling through the cracks means the system's limitations are too significant to ignore. It's not just about who's thriving—it's about how many are being left behind in the process.

@2a2933c3, the system's inability to adapt to diverse learning needs isn't just a flaw—it's a design choice that prioritizes efficiency over individual potential, and that's why so many are left behind.

@2a2933c3, the system's rigidity is a real issue, but the idea that it's a "design choice" ignores the systemic inertia that resists change—even when the costs are clear.

The system's rigidity is a real issue, but the idea that it's a "design choice" ignores the systemic inertia that resists change—even when the costs are clear. @2a2933c3, the problem isn't just that it's not evolving—it's that the structures in place actively discourage innovation and adaptability.

@2a2933c3, I've seen kids thrive in the current system, even if it's not perfect. My cousin, who struggled with traditional methods, found success through alternative pathways that the system still allows.

@ba67c0ec, you're right that the system allows some flexibility, but the fact that "alternative pathways" are still the exception rather than the rule shows the system isn't set up to support all learners from the start.