Category Archives: school
Education-Waived
When the Obama Administration announced that the U.S. Department of Education would soon grant states waivers from the requirements of the No Child Left Behind Act, he repeatedly used the words “flexibility” and “relief.” The language sounds strong, but, make no mistake, when it comes to the law’s requirement that after-school tutoring and school choice [...]
Snow Days: A Parent’s Perspective
Last week, I discussed how difficult snow days are for teachers. Well, folks, this week we need to talk about them from the parent’s perspective… Let’s talk about small picture and big picture. From a small picture perspective, snow days are awful because our daytime babysitter (school) cancelled at the last minute. How do we [...]
Handling the Holidays: A Teacher’s Guide
The Holidays are a time that most people cherish. They are a time of merriment and cheer, a time with family and friends, a time with presents, and most importantly, a time without work. Few professionals appreciate the holidays more than teachers. Teachers spend most of December getting ready in their classrooms, decorating, constructing multicultural [...]
Handling the Holidays- a Parent’s Perspective
Students are excited for it. Teachers and parents may be, too. Some may not be ready for it, but the undeniable fact is, the winter break is almost upon us. What, then, can parents do to keep children academically sharp through such an extended period off of school? Of course, the winter break is certainly [...]