School Reform Is a Marathon without a Finish Line

By Larry Aronstein…

Politics and Power of School Leadership

We all know that local education is fueled by politics and the use of power; however, we seldom talk about it publicly. To understand the dynamics of politics and power is to be empowered. The principles that go to the heart of these dynamics are: (1) the more power is exercised, the weaker it becomes; (2) the most potent form of power is perceived power; (3) the most outspoken critics of school leaders are…

January 9, 2012

Earlier today, Governor Cuomo propsed extending the school day/year.  Read about it here.…

The "village" is currently not in working order. There was a time when you could send your children outside to play, safely. There was a time when children could walk to school, safely. There was a time when neighbors were just as responsible for one another's children, and would ensure the safety of each child. 

As gun violence continues, will LaPierre and the NRA recommend Armed Guards on Firetrucks or arm Firemen with guns- as if firemen don't have enough to worry…

Visit my Literacy Connections blog to read a New York Times piece on Developmental Designs, written by a sixth-grade English teacher.  Enjoy!

Happy reading,

Christine

In Jim Collins’ bestselling book “Good to Great” he points out that the enemy of Great is Good. He explains that we don’t have great schools because we have good schools – society is content with good.  My primary focus as an…

The Dim Bulb

The Occasional…