This past week a bill was introduced to place a plaque with the words "In God We Trust" in every school in a prominent place. From the May 17th edition of the News & Observer: North Carolina public schools could soon become a little more religious, if the General Assembly passes a new bill that … Continue reading If the NCGA Wants to Place “In God We Trust” in Every Public School, Then Do It This Way

As momentum was building for the Rally for Students and March for Respect organized by the North Carolina Association of Educators, some lawmakers talked of their disapproval of the "protest" and the fact that it was happening on a school day. Others, like Rep. Mark Brody, made more memorable statements. That will forever be etched … Continue reading Lessons Learned on One School Day – The Education of Rep. Mark Brody

The question "So, where does it go from here?" seems to be the most asked question since the end of the May 16th Advocacy March and Rally in Raleigh. Ironically, this is not just a question for the General Assembly, but for many teachers in NC. That "where we go from here" isn't just about … Continue reading May 16th Was Just the Beginning – Now the Work Really Begins – Red4EdNC

Remember when lawmakers in Raleigh like Chad Barefoot and Phil Berger told you that the class size mandate was a good thing and had already been funded, and then you realized that they were lying? Straight through their teeth? With a smile? If either one of them looked outside their office or the legislative chambers … Continue reading So, This Is What Class Size Chaos Looks Like

Almost four years ago, Sen, David Curtis delivered a rather uneducated response to a letter from a young teacher in which he outlined a close-minded viewpoint of the teaching profession (http://wunc.org/post/teacher-email-legislators-draws-harsh-reply#stream/0). Needless to say, it garnered quite a response from teachers around the state. Other public education critics have gone out of their way to … Continue reading Dear Sen. Berger and Rep. Moore, Exactly What is the Job Description of a Public School Teacher? Because You Seem to Have All the Answers

“When I took office as State Superintendent, I embarked on a statewide listening tour to hear directly from educators, parents, and community and business leaders. Now I am able to focus on priorities highlighted by teachers from Murphy to Manteo. I believe appreciating teachers means listening to their concerns and working to support them” – … Continue reading The Part Of The “Listening Tour” The State Superintendent Refused to Attend

One would hope that the current General Assembly is a little scared of us public school teachers and our supporters. Look what happened today: And they should be very concerned; aside from the Women's March of 2017, this might have been the largest demonstration on the NCGA in history. What had originally looked like an … Continue reading Mark November 6 As A Day To March And Rally For Our Schools – At The Ballot Box