There is an incredible emphasis on the STEM curriculum approach in our public schools. And I fear that because of the limiting of resources and reduction of per-pupil funding by our state government that other subject areas have and will suffer for it. We are already seeing that manifested in the class-size law that threatens … Continue reading In Defense of the Arts and Humanities in Our Public Schools
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The Incestuous Synergy and Stench of Western Governors University NC
The billboards are already up on I-40. Two are visible in the ride from Winston-Salem to Raleigh. “Western Governors University: North Carolina” It’s a national online university that now has a base here in North Carolina. Have not heard of it? Well, it was proposed rather secretly within the 2015 budget - page 86 to … Continue reading The Incestuous Synergy and Stench of Western Governors University NC
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Mark Johnson and the Word “No” – Following the Money
“I have decided to stop taking offense at the suggestion that we are buying influence. Now I simply concede the point. They are right. We do expect something in return. We expect to foster a conservative governing philosophy consisting of limited government and respect for traditional American virtues. We expect a return on our investment." … Continue reading Mark Johnson and the Word “No” – Following the Money
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A Thank You to North Carolina’s Educational Journalists – But Not on Rob Bryan or Darrell Allison’s Behalf
I am sure that former state legislator Rob Bryan and current PEFNC leader Darrell Allison are not very happy with some of the educational journalists in NC who dedicate themselves to uncovering and exposing things hidden which affect so many openly. That is especially true in the world of public education and the “reforms” that … Continue reading A Thank You to North Carolina’s Educational Journalists – But Not on Rob Bryan or Darrell Allison’s Behalf
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A Failing Charter School, An ISD, and a Rich Privatizer in Oregon – The Ingredients for “Innovation” in NC
Mark Johnson has been preaching “urgency, ownership, and innovation.” Well, we have an urgent matter that someone needs to own very quickly and show some innovation and we seem to have all of the ingredients for a solution already in place. Consider: The new NC Innovative School District “needs” to take over failing schools in … Continue reading A Failing Charter School, An ISD, and a Rich Privatizer in Oregon – The Ingredients for “Innovation” in NC
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What if Schools Could Operate Like the NC General Assembly – A 10-Point Lesson Plan
As the North Carolina General Assembly comes together in Raleigh for another of its patented “special sessions,” public school advocates are looking for lawmakers to make several “fixes” to rather ill-conceived initiatives like principal pay, class-size mandates, and the Innovative School District. However, as leaders were trying to gather members into their caucuses to go … Continue reading What if Schools Could Operate Like the NC General Assembly – A 10-Point Lesson Plan
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Mess With The Bull, You Get The Horns – Defending Durham Schools
“Local leaders know what we need.” – Mark Johnson, Sept. 29th, 2016 in debate with Dr. June Atkinson. “Mess with the bull, you get the horns.” – Skipper from The Penguins of Madagascar “Hit Bull, Win Steak.” - Sign in the greatest minor league park in the country, the DBAP. When Mark Johnson said his … Continue reading Mess With The Bull, You Get The Horns – Defending Durham Schools
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Not Saying Much With a Lot of Words – The Disappointing Interview With State Superintendent Mark Johnson
In what might be a first in the nine months that he has been in office, North Carolina State Superintendent Mark Johnson gave an interview that was accessible to the average North Carolinian. In “‘Fighting the status quo’: Inside the combative world of NC’s new public schools chief,” Johnson offers some explanation of his vision … Continue reading Not Saying Much With a Lot of Words – The Disappointing Interview With State Superintendent Mark Johnson
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So, “How does North Carolina rank on a list of best and worst states for teachers?” – Take a Guess.
Today we learned that North Carolina is 45th on WalletHub’s ranking of 2017 Best and Worst States for Teachers. According to T. Keung Hui’s report today in the News & Record. North Carolina was 45th on WalletHub’s ranking of 2017 Best and Worst States for Teachers, finishing as the seventh-worst state on a list that … Continue reading So, “How does North Carolina rank on a list of best and worst states for teachers?” – Take a Guess.
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Every Principal in NC Has The Right to Speak Out Against This New Principal Pay Plan – It’s “Political Crap”
“Legislation is not an exact science. We do things that we think will help solve an issue.” – Craig Horn in EdNC.org on Sept. 21, 2017. Rep. Craig Horn’s quote was in response to what he called “overblown fears” concerning the new principal pay plan newly implemented this school year (https://www.ednc.org/2017/09/21/principal-pay-situation/). However, considering what this … Continue reading Every Principal in NC Has The Right to Speak Out Against This New Principal Pay Plan – It’s “Political Crap”
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