Thursday, October 22, 2015

The Harmful Role of Helicopter Parents


Julie Lythcott-Haims noticed a disturbing trend during her decade as a dean of freshmen at Stanford University.  Most, if not all, K-12 educators have observed the same phenomenon.  She recently published a book on the subject.  Click here to watch her video and/or read the Washington Post article that includes her suggestions for parents.


Tuesday, October 20, 2015

Current Testing Cash Cow

I don't mind sharing that I am in opposition to the current testing regime.  This very special report talks about a teacher who choses to speak truth to power.  Click here to see/hear/read the report.


Wednesday, October 14, 2015

Suspending Young Students

This recent piece on The News Hour raises numerous questions.  It touches on suspension efficacy of K-2 students, charter school regulations, and the reliability of educational data.  Click here to read or watch this report.