Anger about schools not reopening is directed at teachers and their unions. Sometimes it's made to sound like they're the problem and not Covid-19! Many public schools have opened their buildings, and … Read More
Is EdTrust Behind High-Stakes Testing During This Pandemic?
High-stakes standardized testing. Why now? Why again? Why ever? Was The Education Trust (EdTrust) involved in the decision? Who is EdTrust, and why would President Biden listen to them? EdTrust is … Read More
Time for a NEW National Reading Panel to Study Reading Instruction
Reading. It’s one of the most important and controversial topics in education. Reading is the foundational skill required of children to learn. With a new President and educators Dr. Miguel Cardona … Read More
President Biden’s Ideas About Schools and Covid-19 Miss the Mark
I watched President Biden’s CNN Townhall. I like President Biden and feel that he is sincere and wants to do a good job. He is well-focused on helping the country move forward. His kindness shines … Read More
CDC Recommendations Are Clearer, But Teachers Face the Same Problems and New Ones
Just because school opening isn’t causing higher levels of community transmission doesn’t mean that there isn’t individual risk to teachers and staff. If we had wanted schools to safely reopen, we … Read More