Receiving constructive and "unconstructive" criticism is an inescapable reality when one writes a blog or puts out opinion pieces about public education in various media. But whether that feedback is presented as an argument to inquire, assert, or demean, it does further the conversation. In many instances it exposes the many myths concerning public education. … Continue reading Public Schools Aren’t Businesses – Don’t Believe Me? Try Running a Business as a Public School
Month: February 2018
The Pilgrimage Of Douglas High School
The students at Douglas High School are on a pilgrimage. It has gained a lot of momentum. And as our country begins to see the younger generations start to assert their voices, many in Washington D.C. are having a hard time letting those new leaders “take a turn” at deciding what their country should be … Continue reading The Pilgrimage Of Douglas High School
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A Thank You to the West Forsyth Ladies Basketball Team – You Were and Still Are Absolute Warriors
No true competitor wants to end a season with a loss and a small note from a fan will not really ease the sting of a close defeat. Actually, it's one of the many things I respect about your basketball team. But in so many ways you didn't lose tonight. And while it may not … Continue reading A Thank You to the West Forsyth Ladies Basketball Team – You Were and Still Are Absolute Warriors
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Let Them Remember That You Are The Titans
I have posted this before. And the message hasn’t changed. That team you will play tomorrow night is a very good team. They did not make it this far not being one. So are you. Actually you are more than a very good team. You’re OUR very good team. While this may not be an … Continue reading Let Them Remember That You Are The Titans
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I Agree With the State Superintendent on This, But…
In the wake of the Douglas High School shootings last week, those in the position to affect changes in our public schools and how those schools can be more prepared to combat potential problems need to show leadership and take a stand - for public schools. It is heartening to see State Supt. Mark Johnson … Continue reading I Agree With the State Superintendent on This, But…
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Douglas High School and the Fight Against Dystopia
If you walk into my daughter's room, you will see that she has amassed quite a collection of books. They are not for decoration. They are for reading. And re-reading. Just look at the spines if you need evidence. Among the bookshelves are her Harry Potter books, tattered from consistent use for over ten years, … Continue reading Douglas High School and the Fight Against Dystopia
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Heart, Grit, Toughness, and the 6th Man
At this point in the playoffs, every team is a good team. Every team has deep talent. Every team is more than athletically capable. In what was the last game on the Titan home court of the season, what was shown in the third round game are the ingredients that win games when both teams … Continue reading Heart, Grit, Toughness, and the 6th Man
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It’s Game Day, GameDay, #GameDay
No matter how you spell it or say it, there is a game today. A big one. The one that these ladies have been preparing for since the end of last season. Of course, every game is the one they have been preparing for since last season. If you are in any fashion a West … Continue reading It’s Game Day, GameDay, #GameDay
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North Carolina Should Not Allow the ACT to Have This Much Power Over Our Schools
A little over two years ago, an extended editorial appeared in newspapers across North Carolina concerning public education. I happened to read it in the Winston-Salem Journal. It was written by Walter McDowell, a board member of BEST NC. McDowell, a former executive with Wachovia, talked of the dire need to transform education in North Carolina. … Continue reading North Carolina Should Not Allow the ACT to Have This Much Power Over Our Schools
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#AllIn #Allthetime
The attitude and culture of a team means everything and it starts with the coach. When players believe in a coach, when the coach believes in the players, and when the players believe in each other no matter what they contribute, then something incredible happens. Great teams have a cohesiveness, a bond, a shared existence, … Continue reading #AllIn #Allthetime
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