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Teacher’s Unions Hold School Districts —and Families—Hostage Over School Reopening

There is no easy answer when it comes to what should happen with our schools — on the contrary, it is one of the most complex, multi-layered and now grotesquely politicized crises we have faced in a very long time. Within the educational context, it is likely the greatest challenge in modern times. We have… Continue reading Teacher’s Unions Hold School Districts —and Families—Hostage Over School Reopening

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Gina Raimondo: “Some Learning Is Better than No Learning.” Amen, Governor.

While some governors and district leaders seem ready to wave the white flag of surrender when it comes to student learning during the COVID-19 crisis, others are showing resolve to do the best we can for students and adjust as needed. Gina Raimondo is my governor here in Little Rhody and she refuses to engage… Continue reading Gina Raimondo: “Some Learning Is Better than No Learning.” Amen, Governor.

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Schools Have Started Sending Coronavirus Letters to Parents

When the CDC said in a press conference that it’s time for schools and businesses to start preparing for a possible pandemic outbreak in the U.S. of the coronavirus, it was only a matter of time until schools started sending letters home to parents. I got my first one today from one of my son’s… Continue reading Schools Have Started Sending Coronavirus Letters to Parents