Elections have consequences. This phrase is often cited, and in the wake of last week’s elections, I find myself alongside other educators, reeling in the
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In a Virtual Setting, Let Your Students Make the Rules on Cameras
Mention cameras during distance learning and you’ll instantly evoke passion, stress, and even fear, in teachers and students alike. Last month, I listened
Read MoreIt’s Time to Put Early Math on Everyone’s Radar, Especially for Dual Language Learners
Most parents understand early literacy is important. Data show they are already doing the basics to support literacy, like reading to children regularly. Y
Read MoreStudents of Color Are Depending on You November 3. Don’t Throw Away Your Shot.
On the eve of America’s 244th birthday, the critically acclaimed play, “Hamilton,” debuted on Disney+, making the cultural touchstone available to millions
Read MoreSchool Boards Have Too Much Power They Aren’t Using to Fix Education
Considered me triggered. Again. This past Sunday my 8 Black Hands crew did a show on the missing importance of school boards, and then this article pops up
Read MoreYou Can’t Sit This Election Out. Your Students Are Watching.
Wednesday, November 9, 2016. I arrive at school bleary and unfocused—up too late the night before, fitful sleep, early rise. Class hasn’t started yet, stu
Read MoreEveryone Is Talking About ‘Reinventing Education.’ Here Are 10 Schools Actually Doing It.
Today, all over the world, we see the power, commitment and wisdom of young people in action. For inspiration, just look at Chris Suggs, Malala Yousafzai,
Read MoreKids Need Remote Learning to Be Culturally Relevant, Too
Last spring, amidst the uprisings following the immediate failure to bring any sort of justice for George Floyd’s murder, I received a Google Hangout video
Read MoreThe American School System Must Push Back on Fascist Ideas
I am going to share a dirty little secret. For over 20 years, I have been a frequent viewer of “Fox & Friends.” The blame for this behavior falls at the fo
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