I am just going to say it. Again. We need to start the school year earlier here in North Carolina. While it is nice to think of having a winter break to celebrate the holidays, the calendar system that North Carolina has adopted for traditional public schools is not helping our students AT ALL. I … Continue reading Again, Why Do We Have Exams After The Winter Break? Change The Calendar!
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“Pro-Life” Means Taking Care Of Those Who Are Already Born
Since we are nearing the holiday season, I tend to think of this part of Dickens’s classic holiday novella. “At this festive season of the year, Mr. Scrooge,” said the gentleman, taking up a pen, “it is more than usually desirable that we should make some slight provision for the Poor and destitute, who suffer … Continue reading “Pro-Life” Means Taking Care Of Those Who Are Already Born
Another Reason To Love Being a Titan
There are many reasons why Malcolm loves going to West Forsyth Girls Basketball games. He loves basketball. He loves being close to the action. He loves that the players know him. And the young ladies on that team interact with him and make him a part of their "family." Before games some of them come … Continue reading Another Reason To Love Being a Titan
Save Our Public Schools NC – Holiday Card Bonanza
Wanted to make you aware of this. Good people doing good things for great kids. Please consider helping. From the "Details." Our North Carolina elected officials have persistently failed to prioritize public schools across our State. Strong public schools lead to increased home values, economic growth and stable communities. [Read below for a quick history … Continue reading Save Our Public Schools NC – Holiday Card Bonanza
Gomer Pyle Makes a Citizen’s Arrest For Art Classes in NC
Did you ever see the Andy Griffith Show episode where Gomer makes a citizen’s arrest on Barney for making a U-turn on the main street? Take a look. https://youtu.be/G-VJNJhPCNo Baseball cap on sideways. Oily rag in back pocket. Impeccable logic. Steadfast loyalty to rules. Gomer Pyle was always more than he seemed. So was the … Continue reading Gomer Pyle Makes a Citizen’s Arrest For Art Classes in NC
Why Teachers Should Be Wary of EVAAS and SAS
In October, the venerable James Ford of the Public School Forum delivered the keynote address at the North Carolina English Teacher’s Association. It was more than exceptional as Ford highlighted that what hurts our schools most are external factors that are not being dealt with such as systemic poverty. Part of his presentation included a … Continue reading Why Teachers Should Be Wary of EVAAS and SAS
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Civil Discourse in Public Education “Reform” Cannot Happen If You Refuse to Involve Teachers
Over the last year (and week), much has been said about the need for civility and constructive dialogue especially when discussing the topic of public education. John Hood has a recent op-ed in EdNC.org entitled “Carolina needs civil, curious leaders.” It begins, If you are involved in politics and public policy in North Carolina, I … Continue reading Civil Discourse in Public Education “Reform” Cannot Happen If You Refuse to Involve Teachers
Thankful for Public School Advocates
Maybe today is a good day to mention how thankful I am for public school advocates. And it's not just today, but every single day that I am thankful. And that thankfulness has grown into gratitude. And that gratitude means that I am grateful. And to me being grateful means that I add action to … Continue reading Thankful for Public School Advocates
It Still Was A Perfect Season
Any team that has goals and aspirations truly strives to end the season with a winning streak; however, usually only one team can really end the year with one. At least when it comes to the actual score. The result of last night's game will not set easy for those who competed and the sting … Continue reading It Still Was A Perfect Season
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