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February 18, 2012 posted by Sharra Weasler

Thank you Mr. Brown

Our six word essay contest is almost over, but the story doesn’t end there! Read the inspiring stories behind some of the semi-finalists. Read more

February 16, 2012 posted by Nithya Joseph

L.A. enthusiastic for change

An enthusiastic LA crowd talks with Michelle Rhee about the problems with California schools and their ideas for change. Read more

February 13, 2012 posted by StudentsFirst

A Teacher’s 1,501st Decision

Veteran teacher and StudentsFirst Teacher Fellow Gina Wickstead discusses the important role teachers must play to ensure education policy decisions are in the best interest of students. Read more

February 10, 2012 posted by Hari Sevugan

Check out the top 10

With less than 2 weeks left in our contest we give you the current "Six Word Essay Contest" leaderboard. Read the top 10 most popular essays on what it means to be a great teacher. Then honor your best teachers by voting for your favorites too. Read more

February 09, 2012 posted by Milly Arciniegas

Connecticut students have only one shot

Parent and activist Milly Arciniegas talks about the need for education reform in Connecticut and the important work of StudentsFirst members to make sure change happens now. Read more

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Last chance to vote for your favorite #6wordessay on great teachers.  Voting closes tonite @ 11:59 pm! http://t.co/m0iimOBn

02-21 2:25 pm

Our semi-finalists tell the inspiring stories behind their #6wordessay s on great teachers. Read some of them here: http://t.co/ITOv6kxu

02-18 5:29 pm

Enthusiastic crowd on the LA stop of CA Listening Tour. Great discussion about #edreform http://t.co/YwT4ME76

02-16 6:41 pm

RT @m_rhee: Great talking with LA last night and hearing your ideas on improving California schools

02-16 12:21 pm