Two Recent Losses to Public Education
In recent weeks two men who have made significant contributions to public education passed away. Ted Sizer, founder of the Essential Schools Movement died at age 77 after a long…
Reauthorization at the Starting Line
On September 24, the U.S. Department of Education held the first of a series of stakeholder meetings to gather input on the upcoming reauthorization of the Elementary and Secondary Education…
Labor Day: Unions Remain Relevant 100+ Years Later
Happy Labor Day! Labor Day is a creation of the labor movement, and has been celebrated for over 100 years in the United States. It serves as a tribute to…
Third Duncan Speech to Charter School Audience
Earlier this week Secretary Duncan spoke at the national Alliance for Public Charter Schools Conference. He painted a bleak picture of the 5000 lowest performing schools in the country describing…