Teach For America: Does High Turnover Hurt Student Achievement?
In a New Haven middle school, a Teach For America teacher is facing a dilemma that is likely familiar to many of her "corps" colleagues -- should she continue building on her early record of success reaching students, or give up an often-frustrating job when her two-year commitment ends in June?
The New Haven Independent's Melissa Baily's thoughtful profile a young teacher at a crossroads highlights the challenges of working with high-need student populations, particularly in an era where educators face significant pressure to prove they are having a positive impact on their students.
The New Haven Independent's Melissa Baily's thoughtful profile a young teacher at a crossroads highlights the challenges of working with high-need student populations, particularly in an era where educators face significant pressure to prove they are having a positive impact on their students.
