With the great debate going on that has polarized the education world with the mentality of "us" vs. "them," it is important to be honest about who many of our teachers are. I know right now that this post is going to ruffle some feathers, but I speak from personal experience in many ways. I … Continue reading The “C” Student
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Time For Change
I saw Madeline Sackler's documentary The Lottery last night. I haven't seen Waiting for Superman yet. It was a movie that stirs emotions-sadness and anger are two of those emotions. I have much more to say, but will hold those thoughts until I see the other movie. Now, all I can say is that I … Continue reading Time For Change
A Movement
I'm not talking about this here blog. This is not a movement--trust me. I eagerly tuned into Oprah on Friday to hear the continued conversation on public education. I was happy that the content of the show was not overshadowed by Mark Zukerberg's amazing announcement. Not that his donation to Newark Public Schools isn't amazing; … Continue reading A Movement
Waiting For Superman? Don’t Hold Your Breath
I might be one of the only folks out there not excited about seeing the movie Waiting for Superman. Am I going to see it? Absolutely. I'm a trainer of teachers and an overseer of charter schools. This movies embodies everything that interests me and maddens me in education. There has been a lot of … Continue reading Waiting For Superman? Don’t Hold Your Breath
Why We’ll Never Have That Vacation Home
Just when I think that maybe, I could not sent my kids to the private school Noah attends. Maybe we could then buy that vacation home we want (okay we really don't want one--but we could have one). Maybe Bill could get a new car. Then I listen to something like this and am reminded … Continue reading Why We’ll Never Have That Vacation Home
