Children with difficulty controlling their behavior and emotions, large classes, unsupportive administrators, outside interference, and overwhelmed teachers who aren't behavior specialists can be a … Read More
A Chat About Public Schools with Eli Broad’s Ghost
When someone gets to the other side, if they look back, do they question how they could have led their life differently, in this case, in particular, the late Eli Broad and his influence on public … Read More
The Science of Reading Ignores The Importance of Picture Books to Early Learning
Increasingly, parents and teachers are embracing the controversial Science of Reading (SoR), pushing for State policies that reinforce more phonics instruction. It's troubling to see they only discuss … Read More
Know Your State Astroturf Parent/Education Groups
By Jeanne Melvin When an alleged ‘grassroots, family-led group of ‘ordinary moms’ begins their existence with a budget of more than $1 million, you can be certain there were no bake … Read More
The Racism Behind Firing Librarians and Closing School Libraries
Once you learn to read, you will be forever free. ~Frederick Douglass If a school has no school library or a flimsy excuse for a library, students are denied access to books and reading … Read More