Learning While School’s Out: Tips for Preventing the “Summer Slide”
Most kids look forward to the day that school is let out for summer vacation as much as they look…
Stepping Forward in Boots to Serve
Sometimes the so-called “national months” of this or that cause are, let’s face it, can feel somewhat trite. They can…
Nearly a Decade Later, Did the Common Core Work? Checking the facts
It’s been nearly ten years since states began adopting the Common Core State Standards and over that time a majority…
Success is Trending: High academic standards advancing equity in education
High academic standards are helping states level the playing field for all students, and results from assessments aligned with those…
School Improvement Gives Us a Shot at Educational Equity
Let’s do an exercise. Think of this sort of like a privilege walk, in blog form. There’s no one here…
The First Black Graduate of West Point and the Quest for Restored Honor
Henry Ossian Flipper paved the way for other African Americans to serve at the nation’s oldest military academy—and chipped away…
Why Representation Matters: Thank You Mrs. Brown
Mrs. Brown was my fourth-grade teacher. Before now, I don’t think that I’ve ever thanked her, partially because I was…
Success is Trending in Washington, DC
While the government may have been shut down over the past few weeks, the strong performance by students in Washington,…
Marva Collins: Her Legacy, Our Lessons
I started teaching fresh out of college. I was enthusiastic, passionate, and ready to put myself on the line in…