I was amazed at my friends that have the access they do to how well their kids are doing in school. No more waiting on a report card to arrive in the mail like 20 years ago. They get emails, text messages and can even go on the school and teachers sites to see how their child is doing and what is expected of them. But like you say there is still a lot of things that still need to be addressed by parents, teachers and the school system itself. Being kind, loving and respectful to a child is very important, but just as important is making sure they are learning, trying and not being given a free pass or unnecessary rewards. Once they are in the real world they will not be given those things and will have a hard time adjusting. Children should dream and be a kid, but also learn and grow with our help and guidance.