We all need time for renewal, time for thoughtful exchanges of ideas. Joining Anthony Cody in Willits CA for his second Tomki Education Retreat was a glorious way to do just that. Other than Anthony, the only member of the … Continue reading
A one hour version of AUGUST TO JUNE may be playing on a public television station near you this fall, and you can be part of why it reaches a broader audience! There are very few ways for small independent … Continue reading
Brett Murphy, 11th grade U.S. History Teacher, Brooklyn, NY wants your stories!!! “In the past decade, alarms have been ringing about the need to improve public education in the United States and, in particular, “fix” city schools. With its roots … Continue reading
Bill’s money is shaping the education reform movement. What would you like him to understand about the impact of his funding and lobbying? http://teachersletterstobillgates.com/
This is the last week of the state legislative session. A bill, A. 7872, that would allow parents to opt-out of the risky student data-sharing scheme called inBloom Inc. was approved by the Assembly Education Committee last week. Please call … Continue reading
Even after many viewings, Chapter 10 of A Year At Mission Hill gives me goosebumps. Tom’s images from the year combined with the staff chorus singing “On Children” captures the joy of teaching and learning with children so movingly. The … Continue reading
We’re feeling very good about what we have been able to show in Chapter 9 of our series, “A Year At Mission Hill.” But really seeing the learning, (the title of Chapter 9) takes time. Anyone making a reasonable length … Continue reading
We are pleased to present as a guest blog the perspective the audience at the 14th Street Y heard when August To June was presented there recently! My name is Julia Massey, I am the Assistant Director of the 14th … Continue reading
Matthew Erickson wrote this post for his final online graduate class in Multicultural & International Education, and also posted it on the Alternative Education Resource Organization (AERO) listserve where I found it, and asked his permission to reprint it here. … Continue reading
Monday, May 20 is a national day of support for Chicago teachers, parents and communities fighting plans to close 54 public schools that will affect over 30,000 schoolchildren. Let the families, educators, and students know that you stand in solidarity … Continue reading