While I have many times criticized speeches made on education by former President George W Bush, I have some inherent criticisms on the huge educational speech that President Obama gave this morning also. While Obama’s speech was delivered much better than any of Bush’s speeches on this subject, I am still digging through for actual… Continue reading Obama Speech on Education
… it’s another milestone. I just made reservations in Niagara Falls for Graduation Weekend at Niagara University. Granted this is not my first child to graduate from college. This is the first of my six who has indicated any preference about walking in commencement. Elise will graduate May 17th, 2009 with a degree in English… Continue reading It’s A New Year…
I was truly amazed by the article that appeared in USA Today on December 1st – “Ads on tests add up for teacher.” Now, don’t get me wrong. I think it is outrageous the amount of money that teachers spend out of pocket for what should be standard supplies for their classrooms. Those teachers who… Continue reading Advertising on High School Tests
I am going to try a new tactic. I am looking to figure out what I want to hear from the two candidates in tomorrow night’s final presidential debate. The topic is domestic policy but I have to tell you all right up front – I am sick of hearing about the economy. I live… Continue reading What do you want?
I realize that there are television shows that show real live matchmakers that are working in the 21st century. Unfortunately, most of us are not independently wealthy and cannot afford that cost with today’s ever higher spirally cost of living. I resorted – guess I definitely need an attitude adjustment, eh? – to online personal… Continue reading Matchmaking in the 21st Century
I understand that teachers feel they need more face time with students. Between testing, music lessons, sports, students tend to leave class almost as much as they are in class. I also remember the studies in the late 80’s and early 90’s and some even more recent that say that teenagers need more sleep. That… Continue reading More Instructional Time
Okay, normally, I can sit and listen to the President speak without the urge to type. Unfortunately, I just heard a statement I could not stand. I will admit I am paraphrasing but the statement went something like: ….if you’ve got the skills to pass an AP test, you’re on your way. The education system… Continue reading President Bush on Education
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