I gave a presentation on engineering to a local high school class a few weeks ago.  It was a brief explanation on engineering and potential jobs in various industries.

It was the first time I’d been in a high school since I graduated well over a decade ago.  My how times have changed.

At first I was in awe.  There were electronic chalkboards in every room.  The teacher writes on the white board with a special pen, and a computer documents everything scribed during a session.

There are laptops abound, high-tech digital telephones in each room that connect to anyone, or any room at any time.  There are electronic forms to fill out when visiting the building, and electronic surveillance and security all over.

After soaking up all the technology, I asked my buddy who teaches the class what a new teacher makes these days.  I won’t give the exact figure, but if I told you it would (and should) piss you off.

Any increase in budget over the last 5 years or so has gone to improving the resources, upgrading the buildings, and adding technology at every corner.

Who missed out?  The most valuable and overlooked resource in the building.

The teachers themselves.

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