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Thursday, July 25, 2013

Nite Cap 7-25-13 #BATsACT #thankateacher #EDCHAT #P2


James Baldwin said it best: 

"For these are all our children, and we will profit by or pay for whatever they become."


A BIG EDUCATION APE NITE CAP



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Pat Buchanan, Trayvon Martin, And Why Racism Isn't Going Away - The Jose Vilson | The Jose Vilson
Pat Buchanan, Trayvon Martin, And Why Racism Isn't Going Away - The Jose Vilson | The Jose Vilson: Pat Buchanan, Trayvon Martin, And Why Racism Isn’t Going Awayby JOSE VILSON on JULY 25, 2013Animal FarmWhen Scott McLeod sent me this tweet, I said, “What?”No way. I know this was written back in 2008, but it’s worth re-reading because of the recent conversations about race, and specifically, the Tra
by mike simpson / 15min 
Chicago Students Speak Out and 'Mic Check' the Chicago Board of Education
I dare you to watch this without tearing up. http://youtu.be/jw_oJNx42MABackground from Common Dreams:Student after student on Wednesday took to the podium at a public board meeting of the Chicago Public Schools (CPS) to deliver a unified message against efforts by Mayor Rahm Emanuel which they say are systematically dismantling the public education in the city.Their immediate demand: Listen to us
by mike simpson / 1h 
Seattle Schools Community Forum: Seattle School Board Votes in Budgets
Seattle Schools Community Forum: Seattle School Board Votes in Budgets: Seattle School Board Votes in BudgetsI wouldn't call yesterday's work by the School Board especially stellar.  (I think the staff did a pretty good job on the budget but, as usual, what was left out is just as important as what was put in.)First came the Audit&Finance Committee meeting of the Whole to discuss the budget.It
by mike simpson / 1h 
Mike Klonsky's SmallTalk Blog: Rahm -- 'Let them eat chaos.'
Mike Klonsky's SmallTalk Blog: Rahm -- 'Let them eat chaos.': Rahm -- 'Let them eat chaos.'While protesting teachers marched outside, parent Chitunda Tillman Sr, who has 3 kids who are CPS students, protests tells the board exactly what he thinks about their school budget cuts. (Alex Wroblewski~Sun-Times) “With a historic billion-dollar deficit, we are taking every step we can to minimize any impa
by mike simpson / 2h 
Black student achievement doesn’t look any better 10 years after a federal court ended its oversight of Dallas ISD’s desegregation plan | Education Blog
Black student achievement doesn’t look any better 10 years after a federal court ended its oversight of Dallas ISD’s desegregation plan | Education Blog: Black student achievement doesn’t look any better 10 years after a federal court ended its oversight of Dallas ISD’s desegregation planBy Scott K. Parkssparks@dallasnews.com2:04 pm on July 25, 2013 | Permalink4101U.S. District Judge Barefoot Sand
by mike simpson / 2h 
GIMBY | Blog | Top ten problems facing public education in America
GIMBY | Blog | Top ten problems facing public education in America: Top ten problems facing public education in AmericaU.S. first lady Michelle Obama visits a fifth-grade art class at Savoy School, a public elementary school in Anacostia, a neighborhood in D.C. (Photo: Jonathan Ernst, Reuters)Brooks HaysThe most essential problems with public education in America are seldom addressed in plain lang
by mike simpson / 2h 
If the Ladder Is Leaning on the Wrong Structure — Whole Child Education
If the Ladder Is Leaning on the Wrong Structure — Whole Child Education: THE WHOLE CHILD BLOGIf the Ladder Is Leaning on the Wrong StructureJuly 25, 2013 by Leader to LeaderAt the the recent ASCD Leader to Leader (L2L) conference, attendees had a series of passionateunconference conversations. Several groups refined their thoughts into a series of presentations to share with other attendees in an
by mike simpson / 3h 
Congress: Listen to parents! | Parents Across America
Congress: Listen to parents! | Parents Across America:  Please share this fax with your Congressional representatives and senators (downloadable pdf)Listen to Parents!Parent Voices Weekly Education FaxJuly 25, 2013 Survey: Parents oppose testing, school closings and “choice”American Federation of Teachers survey shows most parents want less testing, charter schools and school closings and more sup
by mike simpson / 3h 
Truth in American Education
Truth in American Education: Arizona Is Not Concerned About Cost of Common Core Testing?Georgia pulled out of PARCC due largely because of the cost of the test.  Other states have withdrawn from their testing consortiums, but not Arizona.  Their Department of Education said that the cost is less than they anticipated.From the Arizona Daily Independent:The Arizona Department of Education is committ
by mike simpson / 3h 
The Science Behind How We Learn New Skills | toteachornototeach
The Science Behind How We Learn New Skills | toteachornototeach: The Science Behind How We Learn New SkillsLearning new skills is one of the best ways to make yourself both marketable and happy, but actually doing so isn’t as easy as it sounds. The science behind how we learn is the foundation for teaching yourself new skills. Here’s what we know about learning a new skill.Our brains are still a b
by mike simpson / 3h 
A former KIPP teacher comments on her experience | Seattle Education
A former KIPP teacher comments on her experience | Seattle Education: A former KIPP teacher comments on her experienceKIPP is one of the charter school franchises that’s been tossed around in Seattle  by ed reformers as an option if charter schools were to be legalized in our state. I’ve been following KIPP and several articles that I have come across are listed in the right column of this blog un
by mike simpson / 3h 
What to do if CPS threatens to flunk your child after summer school Parents United for Responsible Education
Parents United for Responsible Education » Blog Archive » What to do if CPS threatens to flunk your child after summer school: What to do if CPS threatens to flunk your child after summer schoolA PURE tip sheet. Download here to share,How to help your child move upto the next grade after summer schoolIf CPS sent your child to summer school this year, how can you be sure he or she will be promoted
by mike simpson / 3h 
7-25-13 Jersey Jazzman
Jersey Jazzman: Why "Libtards" Need TenureI'm sure that by now you've all heard about the police chief of Gilberton, PA, who enjoys firing automatic firearms on YouTube: One of the details of this story that hasn't gotten as much play is that Mark Kessler is a member of the North Schuylkill Board of Education and, as such, is charged with formulating district policy and approving staff hirings. Th
by mike simpson / 3h 
Cali Education Headlines Thursday, July 25, 2013
FCMAT » Fiscal Crisis & Management Assistance Team: State education officials: We’re sticking with Common CoreEducation HeadlinesThursday, July 25, 2013Columbia Elementary School board answers grand juryColumbia Union School District trustees and Superintendent John Pendley approved a response to the 2013 Tuolumne County Grand Jury report Tuesday that indicated they agree with most of the repo
by mike simpson / 3h 
How much time do school districts spend on standardized testing? This much.
How much time do school districts spend on standardized testing? This much.: How much time do school districts spend on standardized testing? This much.By Valerie Strauss, Published: July 25 at 11:30 amE-mail the writerExactly how much standardized testing are school districts subjecting students to these days? A nearly staggering amount, according to a new analysis.“Testing More, Teaching Less: W
by mike simpson / 3h 
DIARY OF A PUBLIC SCHOOL TEACHER!: SmileMakers: They Enjoy Making Teachers Smile!
DIARY OF A PUBLIC SCHOOL TEACHER!: SmileMakers: They Enjoy Making Teachers Smile!: SmileMakers: They Enjoy Making Teachers Smile!I was planning on ordering a new mailbox for my classroom this year. As a matter of fact I had ripped out a couple of pages from various teacher catalogs. I had them stockpiled on the desk in my study. I figured I would finally make my choice as we got closer to school.S
by mike simpson / 3h 
Diane in the Evening 7-25-13 Diane Ravitch's blog | A site to discuss better education for all
Diane Ravitch's blog | A site to discuss better education for all: Crazy Crawfish Investigates the Recovery School District in St. Helena’s ParishAre you in the mood for a demonstration of investigative scholarship written in journalistic style? If so, curl up in a comfy chair and read this saga, wherein the LouisianaRecovery School District makes claims that cannot be substantiated. If this is tr
by mike simpson / 3h 
Daily Kos: Charles M. Blow on Standing Our Ground
Daily Kos: Charles M. Blow on Standing Our Ground: Charles M. Blow on Standing Our GroundbyteacherkenFollowIn this New York Times column, he begins by telling usThis is not the time for evanescent anger, which is America’s wontThen after a paragraph in which he sets up the scene, including our fawning over the royal baby than we pay attention to the gunning down of American children, he offers thi
by mike simpson / 3h 
Local Control Funding Formula - Allocations & Apportionments
Local Control Funding Formula - Allocations & Apportionments (CA Dept of Education): Local Control Funding FormulaCalifornia's new school funding formula, enacted in 2013. Actual funding allocations, when available, will be available via the Principal Apportionment page.LCFF OverviewThe Local Control Funding Formula Overview provides information about LCFF funding and accountability provisions
by mike simpson / 3h 
Best of the Ed Blogs | National Education Policy Center
Best of the Ed Blogs | National Education Policy Center: Best of the Ed BlogsBest of the Ed Blogs features a frequently updated selection of interesting and insightful blog posts on education policy. The views expressed by the bloggers on our blog roll are thoughtful, original, and entirely their own. We hope you make Best of the Ed Blogs your first stop for concise takes on today's most important
by mike simpson / 3h 
Still no word that Justice Andrew McDonald has recused himself from the Vallas Case… - Wait, What?
Still no word that Justice Andrew McDonald has recused himself from the Vallas Case… - Wait, What?: Still no word that Justice Andrew McDonald has recused himself from the Vallas Case…  Andrew McDonald was Governor Malloy’s Chief Counsel for two years.  As we know, he played a pivotal role in the Malloy Administration’s failed attempt to take over the Bridgeport School System.And when the Supreme
by mike simpson / 7h 
Morning Wink 7-25-13 AM Posts #BATsACT #edreform #EDCHAT #P2
BIG EDUCATION APE - MORNING WINK  AM POSTSTODAYStudy: career-based teaching leads to more motivated students | Pass / Fail | 89.3 KPCCStudy: career-based teaching leads to more motivated students | Pass / Fail | 89.3 KPCC: Study: career-based teaching leads to more motivated studentsJed Kim | July 25th, 2013, 6:00amThe James Irvine Foundation released an interactive infographic on Linked Learning
by mike simpson / 7h 
Study: career-based teaching leads to more motivated students | Pass / Fail | 89.3 KPCC
Study: career-based teaching leads to more motivated students | Pass / Fail | 89.3 KPCC: Study: career-based teaching leads to more motivated studentsJed Kim | July 25th, 2013, 6:00amThe James Irvine Foundation released an interactive infographic on Linked Learning on July 22, 2013.Students who attend a high school where study plans are based on preparing for a specific career are more likely to g
by mike simpson / 9h 
NYC Educator: On the "Worst" Schools
NYC Educator: On the "Worst" Schools: On the "Worst" SchoolsA link at Gotham Schools today declares "The worst schools in Buffalo, as in NYC, are routinely flooded with the neediest students." I went to the link in question, which repeatedly described the Buffalo schools as "failing," including the quotes. In fact, the article clearly stated the city and  Reformy John King were "stacking the deck"
by mike simpson / 9h 
LISTEN TO DIANE RAVITCH 7-25-13 Diane Ravitch's blog | A site to discuss better education for all
Diane Ravitch's blog | A site to discuss better education for all:   How Do You Measure Dedication?Recently the American School Counselors Association held a conference in Philadelphia. At one session, the NCAA representatives explained the requirements for young athletes to become eligible for scholarships. A woman stood in line to ask a specific question. The person who shared this story with me
by mike simpson / 10h 
Advocates: Start spending new money now on high-needs students | EdSource Today
Advocates: Start spending new money now on high-needs students | EdSource Today: Advocates: Start spending new money now on high-needs studentsJuly 25th, 2013 | Add a Comment | By John FensterwaldShare on twitterShare on facebookShare on emailShare on printMore Sharing ServicesPhoto from FlickrTwo dozen organizations advocating for disadvantaged students wrote county and school district superinten
by mike simpson / 10h 
Countering Florida GOP Leaders Defense of the Common Core | Truth in American Education
Countering Florida GOP Leaders Defense of the Common Core | Truth in American Education: Countering Florida GOP Leaders Defense of the Common CoreFiled in Common Core State Standards, Education at State Level by Jane Robbins on July 25, 2013 • 0 CommentsThis is American Principles Project’s response:Five former Florida Republican Party leaders have urged the state GOP to ignore the parents and tea
by mike simpson / 10h 
Schooling in the Ownership Society: Hedge-fund billionaire Cohen big player in charter schools. Fraud scandal could bring him down.
Schooling in the Ownership Society: Hedge-fund billionaire Cohen big player in charter schools. Fraud scandal could bring him down.: Hedge-fund billionaire Cohen big player in charter schools. Fraud scandal could bring him down.Whenever I read about some crooked hedge-fund billionaire mired in scandal, I always check to see if and how they're involved with charter schools. I rarely come up empty.
by mike simpson / 10h 
Missouri Education Watchdog: Kindergarten Hijacked Due to Common Core Standards? Early Educators Warned About This Three Years Ago.
Missouri Education Watchdog: Kindergarten Hijacked Due to Common Core Standards? Early Educators Warned About This Three Years Ago.: Kindergarten Hijacked Due to Common Core Standards? Early Educators Warned About This Three Years Ago.A mother made a youtube video showing the kindergarten work mandated by Common Core standards.  Watch this video "Kindergarten Hijacked" by Sara Wottawa:Is this moth
by mike simpson / 10h 
The cost of child poverty: $500 billion a year
The cost of child poverty: $500 billion a year: The cost of child poverty: $500 billion a yearBy Valerie Strauss, Published: July 25 at 6:00 amE-mail the writer0CommentsMoreThe United States has the second-highest child poverty rate among the world’s richest 35 nations, and the cost in economic and educational outcomes is half a trillion dollars a year, according to a new report by the Educational
by mike simpson / 10h 
Reform Fairytales | Crazy Crawfish's Blog
Reform Fairytales | Crazy Crawfish's Blog: Reform FairytalesPosted on July 25, 20130The sheer audacity of John White’s Louisiana Department of Education never ceases to impress me. They are more than willing to make any argument that suits their purposes regardless of the facts or previous arguments they have made. They are not afraid to lie to the media, parents, and even judges believing that no
by mike simpson / 10h 
Democratizing the Public School System Coalition for Public Education/Coalición por la Educación Pública
Coalition for Public Education/Coalición por la Educación Pública: Democratizing the Public School SystemBy Kathy Emery and Eric Mar-- http://urbanhabitat.orgWhenever popular education is mentioned, Paolo Freire is usually the first name that comes to mind.1 But students of democratic pedagogy in the United States have plenty of home grown examples of their own to study. John Dewey, for example, w
by mike simpson / 10h 
7-25-13 Schools Matter @ The Chalk Face
SCHOOLS MATTER @ THE CHALK FACE: Congress Set to Profit from Student Loan Rates Determined by Wall Street SwindlersIf you ever wonder how the Feds are going to pay for the new era of non-risk corporate welfare farming, charter schools, preschools, for-profit college subsidies, military contractors, corporate welfare spy firms, etc., Congress has a plan.  One drop in that national cash reserve for
by mike simpson / 10h 

YESTERDAY

The Educated Reporter: Guest Post: K-12 Opportunity Gaps and Out-of-School Factors
The Educated Reporter: Guest Post: K-12 Opportunity Gaps and Out-of-School Factors: Guest Post: K-12 Opportunity Gaps and Out-of-School FactorsWith President Obama focusing on the struggles of the middle class -- and those working to reach it -- in a speech at Knox College on Wednesday, it seems like a good time to catch up on a valuable discussion on the opportunity gap which took place at EWA's
by mike simpson / 18h 
LAUSD parents, teachers fight mainstreaming of disabled kids - LA Daily News
LAUSD parents, teachers fight mainstreaming of disabled kids - LA Daily News: LAUSD parents, teachers fight mainstreaming of disabled kidsBy Barbara Jones, Staff WriterPosted:   07/24/2013 07:24:44 PM PDTUpdated:   07/24/2013 07:47:02 PM PDT Protesters line Balboa Boulevard in front of the office of LAUSD board member Tamar Galatzan, Wednesday, July 24, 2013. Parents and Teachers United for Action
by mike simpson / 19h 
ETS Explores the Link Between Poverty and Education - Higher Education
ETS Explores the Link Between Poverty and Education - Higher Education: ETS Explores the Link Between Poverty and EducationJuly 24, 2013 | Category: News,Subfeature | :     inShare        by Jamaal Abdul-AlimBruce Baker, professor of educational theory, policy and administration at Rutgers, discusses isolation and segregation in education at ETS forum.WASHINGTON — To change the life trajectory of
by mike simpson / 20h 
Senate leader tries to ban use of lesson plans in Texas schools | Education Blog
Senate leader tries to ban use of lesson plans in Texas schools | Education Blog: Senate leader tries to ban use of lesson plans in Texas schoolsBy Terrence Stutztstutz@dallasnews.com7:50 pm on July 24, 2013 | Permalink810The chairman of the Senate Education Committee on Wednesday filed a bill that prohibits use of a controversial series of lesson plans in Texas schools – even though hundreds of d
by mike simpson / 20h 
7-24-13 Ed Notes Online
Ed Notes Online:Randi Weingarten Proves She's an Ed Deformer, Mulgrew and UFT Should Condemn Her......but it will not happen because Mulgrew and Unity are totally aligned with her.I won't get into the details given other bloggers hammering Randi:Pissed off teacher: Union Should Stick To Defending Teachers -     When a person hires a lawyer, the lawyer does not decide whether the person is guil
by mike simpson / 20h 
S.1334: Bipartisan Student Loan Certainty Act of 2013 - U.S. Congress - OpenCongress
S.1334: Bipartisan Student Loan Certainty Act of 2013 - U.S. Congress - OpenCongress: S.1334 - Bipartisan Student Loan Certainty Act of 2013A bill to establish student loan interest rates, and for other purposes. view all titles (2)OverviewActions & VotesNews (0) & Blogs (0)Comments (0)Bill's ViewsToday:11Past Seven Days:34All-Time:34 Introduced SenatePasses HousePasses PresidentSigns  07/
by mike simpson / 20h 
Senate Approves College Student Loan Plan Tying Rates to Markets - NYTimes.com
Senate Approves College Student Loan Plan Tying Rates to Markets - NYTimes.com: By JEREMY W. PETERSPublished: July 24, 2013 WASHINGTON — The Senate on Wednesday approved a bipartisan plan that would tie interest rates for college student loans to the financial markets, bringing Congress close to finally resolving a dispute that caused rates to double on July 1.But the 81-18 vote, which drew overwh
by mike simpson / 22h 
Nite Cap 7-24-13 #BATsACT #thankateacher #EDCHAT #P2
James Baldwin said it best: "For these are all our children, and we will profit by or pay for whatever they become."A BIG EDUCATION APE NITE CAPTODAYMissouri Education Watchdog: Join this #stopcommoncore Telephone Conference Thursday, July 25Missouri Education Watchdog: Join this #stopcommoncore Telephone Conference Thursday, July 25: Join this #stopcommoncore Telephone Conference Thursday, July 2
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