Legislation, budget cuts, propositions, neighborhood walks, phone banking, Reduction in Force (RIF) notices, political action, national standards, evaluation, accountability. What do all of these words and phrases have in common? They have all been heard by teachers during their
Read MoreEvery August, I have two major worries. First, I worry about the students. Will they be well-behaved? Will they have basic skills like letter sounds and addition mastered? Will they need intereventions? Will I connect with them easily? These worries go
Read MoreI would like to set the record straight, in advance. I’m not a “hater.” I am not a jealous person, except when it comes to my envy of those who can enjoy an ocean cruise without vomiting. I understand the
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