Let us praise great middle school and high school coaches. If you teach long enough in the public schools, you will be fortunate enough to come across some great individuals who coach sports teams all the while teaching these very players lessons of life and success even in the wake of defeat. And I want … Continue reading Let Us Praise Great High School Coaches
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As We Get Ready To Vote, Just Remember This Is What Phil Berger and His Cronies Have Done to NC’s Public School System Since 2011
When the GOP won control of both houses in the North Carolina General Assembly in the elections of 2010, it was the first time that the Republicans had that sort of power since 1896. Add to that the election of Pat McCrory as governor in 2012, and the GOP has been able to run through … Continue reading As We Get Ready To Vote, Just Remember This Is What Phil Berger and His Cronies Have Done to NC’s Public School System Since 2011
This Election Cycle Is About Social & Racial Issues – That Makes Supporting Public Schools Critical
If you believe that an ALEC-aligned (American Legislative Executive Council) lawmaker in North Carolina will ever want to work with a union or organization that is trying to advocate for the vitality of public schools, then you are mistaken. And there are many of them. Take a look at this timeline. That timeline is filled with … Continue reading This Election Cycle Is About Social & Racial Issues – That Makes Supporting Public Schools Critical
Someone Who Denies Systemic Racism Should Not Be On The State Board Of Education
“I don’t believe in systemic racism."-Mark Robinson, candidate for Lt. Governor To be exact, those words are within this larger context from a virtual debate between Robinson and his opponent, Democrat Yvonne Holly aired by Spectrum News on Sept. 19th. “I don’t believe in systemic racism. I don’t believe that systemic racism would allow two … Continue reading Someone Who Denies Systemic Racism Should Not Be On The State Board Of Education
Remembering The Glaring Falsehoods In Lt. Gov. Dan Forest’s December, 2019 Letter To Teachers
Last December many teachers across the state have received a campaign letter from Lt. Dan Forest concerning his “record” on public education. It was a “response” to Gov. Cooper’s earlier letter about education spending and teacher pay. So why did Forest send this letter? He’s hoping that teachers will forget what the NCGA that he … Continue reading Remembering The Glaring Falsehoods In Lt. Gov. Dan Forest’s December, 2019 Letter To Teachers
What Dan Forest Said About The NC School Performance Grading System
"While imperfect, our school letter grade system has proven an invaluable tool. It’s brought to light schools that have been mired in generational failure, giving us the ability to address the problems and better serve students. Schools need an evaluation system. The best method is to let parents and families hold schools accountable themselves by … Continue reading What Dan Forest Said About The NC School Performance Grading System
Imagine A First Year Chemistry Teacher Making Much More Than A Veteran English Teacher. This State Superintendent Candidate Can.
So, what is the market rate for a good chemistry teacher, Mrs. Truitt? One would have to ask that question of the candidate for state superintendent after some comments she made in a recent candidates' discussion with the Public Schools Forum of NC. “A principal would say oh, I cannot find a chemistry teacher. But … Continue reading Imagine A First Year Chemistry Teacher Making Much More Than A Veteran English Teacher. This State Superintendent Candidate Can.
If The Most Protected Man In The Country Can Get It, Then…
They clear airspace just for his plane. There are constantly people clearing the way for him to walk. Every meal is prepared. Every action is planned. The number of security agents just assigned to him makes him one of the most "protected" people in the world. But if President Trump can get COVID-19, then anyone … Continue reading If The Most Protected Man In The Country Can Get It, Then…
No Plan Is The Best Plan To Reopen School Buildings Until NC…
No plan is the best plan for student learning right now. Too many variables to deal with. Health of students, health of teachers, safety protocols, reporting systems, contact tracing or the lack thereof, politics in an election year, parent concerns, remote learning, mental health, etc. You name it. What complicates things is that nothing has … Continue reading No Plan Is The Best Plan To Reopen School Buildings Until NC…
Censuring Was Not Good Enough For This School Board Member
Last week it became state-wide news when a school board member in Cabarrus County used a slur on a video conference for all to hear. Her apology given in the form of a letter did not suffice for this teacher who has a child with intellectual disabilities and cognitive delays. It seemed more like an … Continue reading Censuring Was Not Good Enough For This School Board Member
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