There has been a lot of talk about standards and how far and fast districts and schools have to go to meet them. What is interesting about this article is it's comparison with the one from yesterday. Bellevue, WA is akin to Beverly Hills, and recently 5 local schools were recognized nationally, but at what price? Here is a quote from a student: "AP has turned into its own monster," said Evyn Williams, editor-in-chief of the Newport High School student newspaper, Knightlife. "There's a mentality at our school that if you take regular classes, you're a slacker." Read the article. Nothing against the teachers or the superintendent but in this case I'll believe the kid. Why would he have to lie about what other kids say or the pressure that he may feel?