Northmont High School Alumni

I think it all depends on the kid.
The kids that are organized and on top of assignments probably don't mind the gentle reminders. But the kids that struggle might not fare too well with the extra pressure.

Back in the seventies our parents were alot more involved and less stressed. I think this works well for those parents that are working, raising kids and all the other things that they have to do. The idea of using technology to improve communications is a good. Heck there are even nanny cams at my kids daycare. I can watch her from my desk at work, in case she slugs another kid during class.

I guess this is all in how you look at it. I keep track of my niece's progress. She appreciates the reminders as she tends to get lax sometimes and it lifts her up. There is nothing wrong about a child knowing they have someone to answer to. Adults get into certain positions because they do not have someone to keep them in check. Self discipline has to be learned and when it is then you have earned the trust to be on your own.

I don't know who wrote the previous comment saying we are "spying" on our children, but obviously you do not have children of your own. If we had had this when I was in school, I think I would have tried much harder. And why do you think the kids are going to distrust everyone just because their parents can keep an eye on their grades? In this day and age, YES, DON'T TRUST ANYONE!!! But parents being able to keep an eye on their childs grades does nothing but keep us informed if they are starting to slack off. Have a kid or two and then come talk to me.