Monday, October 17, 2011

Awesome Video of the Apple Store Protest in Seattle of Teach for America Display | Seattle Education

Awesome Video of the Apple Store Protest in Seattle of Teach for America Display | Seattle Education:

Awesome Video of the Apple Store Protest in Seattle of Teach for America Display

Last month Parents Across America-Seattle along with several teachers did a peaceful demonstration outside of the Apple store in Seattle. The protest was regarding Apple giving out free I Pads to Teach for America recruits. Unfortunately certified teachers with experience in their field and a long-term commitment to our communities were not considered important enough for such a gift.

It’s was a corporate promotion of a corporate-backed organization.

Shortly after the protest, the display was taken down sooner than originally scheduled. The display in Portland