So, with that in mind: Yes, Virginia, it is ok for the President of the United States to talk to schoolchildren. In fact, it should probably be considered part of the job. Ask Ronald Reagan. Or George Bush Sr. Or just consider the picture above, taken eight years ago next week.
What really ticks me off (as a teacher) is that this is the most attention that anything Obama’s done regarding education has gotten. I don’t remember seeing the media giving this much coverage to Race to the Top or budget cuts. I can think of a lot more important things for parents to be outraged about regarding Obama and education.