[AdoptAmiga]

I think it would be interesting to hear from those in the nine states that do require mandatory full-time K. Can we have your opinions? Michigan is on the fence right now and to hear experiences from others who have a system in place would be valuable.

Just for the record, I'm not a proponent of over-scheduling kids. My own children each have an activity (soccer or gymnastics) on Saturday (ending in 2 weeks) and the Chinese class on Sunday. I feel that's enough. They put in a full day at school, come home and play, eat dinner, 10 minutes of homework, play some more and then to bed. I, too, don't want to over schedule with Scouts, piano, etc. My point of mentioning the Chinese system is they place a greater emphasis and value on academics, including music and art at an earlier age. These become lifelong habits.

I'm one Mom that's trying to give her kids an advantage in a multilingual, multicultural world. Having solid academic and people skills, a love of learning and the ability to communicate with 75% of the world's population (Englush, Spanish and Mandarin speakers) can't be a bad thing. Sorry if I offend, but it's just that I'm so passionate about languages. Forgiveness needed!