Did pretty bad in HS, which I graduated a few years ago. Mandatory work is the worst way to introduce fields of knowledge. In this way learning conflicts with s

Did pretty bad in HS, which I graduated a few years ago. Mandatory work is the worst way to introduce fields of knowledge. In this way learning conflicts with school's prime directive watch the kids. At scale that means keeping a person occupied for 12 years, means worksheets. Leaving school I had associated learning with a loss of agency, which might have lasted if I hadn't the time to follow personal projects and interests. Assuming the school day couldn't be shortened a more progressive education system would maximize ability to self direct study, while using funds on the modern components, facilities, and experts that would best enable students to participate in study relevant to the world stage.