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In NYC, Rhetoric vs Reality
In New York City, the record is strong. Student achievement and graduation rates are up. The city has some of the most successful, vibrant and innovative public charter schools in the country. Read More»
Their voices should be heard…
When the people of California offer thousands of emails, hundreds of hand-written letters and phone calls, and dozens of meetings with legislators under the big white dome of the California Capitol building, their voices should be heard. Read More»
The Role of Teachers in Successful Evaluation Systems
Using Teacher Surveys to Get Meaningful Feedback Read More»
Policies that Appreciate Teachers
We showed our appreciation for the incredible work of our nation’s teachers last week for Teacher Appreciation Week. Read More»
I teach because these children are our future.
... there is no other profession where you have twenty little smiling enthusiastic faces walk though your door each morning happy to be there and asking "What are we going to learn today?" Read More»
I don’t know of a profession that is more rewarding!
"I think that both the influence of a caring teacher at such a young age in my life and the love that I have for children directed my path into teaching." Read More»
I teach because of the kids—plain and simple
Mickey Milsap -- a high school teacher from Alabama -- talks about why he teaches. Read More»
I teach because it’s one of the best jobs in the world
Every day is a new day with a new opportunity to grow and get better. Read More»
