Cocktails, a Film Screening
and Discussion
co-sponsored by the CAPE
(Centre d'Accueil de la Presse Etrangère)
 | Race to Nowhere The Dark Side of America's Achievement Culture Regarding the excessive competitiveness of elite American private schools. |  |
 with a discussion/debate with Dr Edwige Antier, pediatrician, child educator and Député de l'Assemblée Nationale  hosted at the elegant CAPE (Centre d'Accueil de la Presse Etrangère)  |
DATE: Wednesday, April 13 , 2011 TIME: 6:30 P.M. - Welcome cocktails 7:30 P.M. - Screening (English, No sub-titles) 9:00 P.M. - Discussion (French) 9:45 P.M. - End of Evening PLACE: Foreign-Press Center (CAPE) Grand Palais, Entree Cours la Reine- Perron Alexandre III (facing the bridge) - 75008 Paris. [MAP] COST: HCF members: 35 euros Non-members and Guests: 40 euros Late registration (as of April 7): 45 euros DISCOUNTED TICKETS STILL VALID! Last Day: 45 euros |
MORE INFO:
FILM: A concerned mother turned filmmaker aims her camera at the high-stakes, high-pressure culture that has invaded our schools and our children's lives.
This remarkable new film shines a light on the price young people pay for this "race to nowhere." High-stakes testing has replaced meaningful teaching and learning. Cheating is commonplace. Stress-related illness, depression and burnout are rampant. Many young people arrive at college and the workplace unprepared and uninspired.
Attend a screening and become part of the grassroots phenomenon that is feeding a groundswell for change. [Film Site]
SPEAKER: Dr. Edwige Antier, a pediatrician, commentator on France Info and a Deputy of the Assemblee Nationale will lead a discussion/debate after the film.
Please note that space is limited and we will only accept paid registrations on a first-come, first-served basis. Payment or registration will not be accepted at the event. Refunds will not be issued.
