Originally Posted by
Jock Scot
I suspect, just like other years, much of Scotland will be totally unaware of the significance of the day.
Jock, my sense is that what you've described is the way it's done in much of the western world. We mourn the poor teaching of Canadian history here, and as a former teacher and headmaster, I have to agree. I always added a small sampler of Canadian history and legends to my own class curriculum much to the delight of students and parents alike, and much of it had to do with our "legendary" type history - the stories that are just too wonderful to ignore.
I was told by someone or other that the reason Scottish tour guides are required to have two years training is that the schools don't teach Scottish history - rather "British" history. We took one bus tour and the guide was extremely knowledgable and added much to our experience. Perhaps that's the sort of thing that needs to be taught.
And so... I'm REALLY hoping that I get some questions on Monday so that I may return for a few moments to my former role as an educator. 
Rev'd Father Bill White: Mostly retired Parish Priest & former Elementary Headmaster. Lover of God, dogs, most people, joy, tradition, humour & clarity. Legion Padre, theologian, teacher, philosopher, linguist, encourager of hearts & souls & a firm believer in dignity, decency, & duty. A proud Canadian Sinclair with solid Welsh and other heritage.
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