“These changes you’re talking about – it’s not just reforming the union. We have to organize teachers all over again. The first time we organized their economic rights; now we have to organize them as educators. We have to organize
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I used to believe that creativity would lead to fun. I thought that if I crafted the right project and included a high level of creativity, students would enjoy every lesson. I was crushed, then, when I saw students getting
Read MoreReflecting back…
After taking some time to relax and enjoy the holidays with friends and family, it was time to conquer the list. You know “the list” I am referring to. I had post it notes all over the house and at
Read MoreThe Kids Are Alright
Several years ago, I had the fortune of traveling to Florence, Italy, where Michelangelo's "David" lives. It was an early summer morning, smack in the middle of high tourist season, and I was, unbelievably, the only visitor in the Accademia
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On Warring Dwarves, Common Core, and Terrible Medication
There is a lot riding on this initiative, and if you’re going to take up the sword, know the facts, prepare for the consequences, and be sure to know who is standing beside you.
Read MoreTaming Godzilla, Preemptively?
Amethyst and Sandy Merz fail to truly disagree, but succeed in uncovering some compelling possibilities for Common Core Standards implementation.
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