Every state should have a write-in candidate–or a major party candidate–who shares the agenda of the Restore Recess Party. I pledge to support the candidacy of Mark Naison for Governor of New York in 2014. Let’s start a national movement that spreads everywhere and gets the attention of candidates who want the votes of parents, grandparents, and educators and everyone else who care about kids and
Standing Up for Children and for Freedom of Speech
As we approach the New Year, I am more and more grateful for the existence of BATS United Opt Out and Lace to the Top. Every day, I read, or am sent, stories of teachers being intimidated by administrators for speaking out against new curricula and evaluation methods, and micromanaged to the point that all joy departs from their jobs. Along with these come stories of children tested to the point o
12-29-13 With A Brooklyn Accent Go BATs
With A Brooklyn Accent: What BATS DoLast night, somebody asked me what BATS do. Here is what I answered - with a few additions1. Working to elect people to school boards, union offices, city councils and legislatures who stand strong for public education and rolling back testing.2. Testifying at all of the institutions represented above when they hold public forums.3. Supporting ballot initiative