“Totus mundus agit histrionem.” Translated, this means “All the World's a Stage" which is the motto of the Globe Theatre owned chiefly by William Shakespeare and the King’s Men and is also a famous line from a most famous speech by Jacques from As You Like It. This past weekend, I enjoyed another fantastic performance … Continue reading A Standing Ovation For High School Drama Programs
“I Am Groot” – Actually, “We Are Groot”
If you have not seen the first Guardians of the Galaxy movie, then do it just to see the dynamic relationship between Rocket, an irascible wise-cracking, yet butt-kicking raccoon, and his lovable life partner, Groot. To describe Groot is not easy. He is an organic, tree figure, who possesses the ability to grow quickly and … Continue reading “I Am Groot” – Actually, “We Are Groot”
In Praise of the High School Marching Band
Last night was a first in my entire teaching career - the football team of the school where I teach played a December game. While the result of the score was not as favorable as I would have hoped, it is inspiring to see the number of students, alumni, parents, and staff who came to … Continue reading In Praise of the High School Marching Band
Truth Will Out – The Reality of Fake News and The Need To Support Public Schools
“Political language... is designed to make lies sound truthful and murder respectable, and to give an appearance of solidity to pure wind. “ - George Orwell “…, and the truth will set you free.” – Jesus, John 8:32 “This above all: to thine own self be true.” - Polonius, Hamlet, I, iii In a society that … Continue reading Truth Will Out – The Reality of Fake News and The Need To Support Public Schools
Musings With Malcolm – FISHLIPS and the Joy of Your Own Kid’s Laughter
I am a father who has no problem showing public displays of affection to my children. I sometimes will hug my own daughter when I see her at school whether other students observe it or not. And I will hug and kiss my son when I see him. And I think it is a … Continue reading Musings With Malcolm – FISHLIPS and the Joy of Your Own Kid’s Laughter
“Exhuming McCarthy” – R.E.M.’s Song That Explains Dictionary.com’s Word of The Year
Since Donald Trump has won the presidential election and Brexit was approved, it seems only fitting that each has a direct influence on the 2016 Dictionary.com “Word of the Year” released today. Xenophobia – noun: Fear or hatred of foreigners. In a nation that was built on immigration it seems interesting that the word of … Continue reading “Exhuming McCarthy” – R.E.M.’s Song That Explains Dictionary.com’s Word of The Year
Automatic For The People -An R.E.M. Mixtape For The Next Administration
When you grow up in rural Georgia in a small town like I did, then the radio can be one of the few windows to an outside world. That and a collection of cassette tapes that you purchased over time at Turtle’s or Record Bar in Athens, GA when you went to the orthodontist or … Continue reading Automatic For The People -An R.E.M. Mixtape For The Next Administration
Open Letter to Sen. Richard Burr – Do Not Confirm Betsy DeVos as Secretary of Education
Senator Burr, As the senior senator of our state embarking on your third term in office, your voice in the national arena carries both weight and experienced perspective. And while you and I share many differing opinions on issues that affect our country, I do believe that we share a passion to make sure that … Continue reading Open Letter to Sen. Richard Burr – Do Not Confirm Betsy DeVos as Secretary of Education
Welcome to Betsy DeVos’s BLACKWATER CHARTER SCHOOL, Home of the “Mercenaries” and Pioneers of the Pyramid Scheme Curriculum
Welcome to Blackwater Charter School, Home of the Mercenaries and pioneers of the “Pyramid Scheme Curriculum.” Considering that the new Secretary of Education appointee is married to the heir of the Amway fortune, a pyramid selling scheme, and sister of the founder of Blackwater, Erik Prince , the idea of such a school is not … Continue reading Welcome to Betsy DeVos’s BLACKWATER CHARTER SCHOOL, Home of the “Mercenaries” and Pioneers of the Pyramid Scheme Curriculum
Betsy DeVos -The Worst Choice for Secretary of Education
Picking Betsy DeVos as the Secretary of Education is like letting an arsonist loose in a drought-ridden forest and giving her gasoline and matches to play with. Furthermore, she controls the weather. It’s a terrible choice by President-elect Trump and an indication that the privatization movement that already has a head start in North Carolina … Continue reading Betsy DeVos -The Worst Choice for Secretary of Education
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