Tuesday, November 5, 2013

11-5-13 Ed Notes Online

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AFT Sics the Dogs on Mercedes Schneider
Today AFT went down the chain to reach my local union president and ask her to “rein me in.”  .. Mercedes Schneider Norm, In reading the various posts, you may have missed Mercedes' comments below which are quite revealing. It is a classic example of how Unity operates by using intimidation. .. Retired NYC teacher and UFT activist    Here are Mercedes' comments today:Today AFT went down the chain

Next MORE Meeting: What do you think about the Common Core?
Some of you might think why does MORE need to decide on a position on the common core? It should be a no-brainer. Well it is not. There are many progressives out there who are not clear about the issue, especially with the propaganda mill from the UFT/AFT, major corporations, the entire educational top level leadership etc. MORE has not had time and now is the time to refine things. Even if you ca


11-4-13 Ed Notes Online
Ed Notes Online: Mercedes Schneider Emails Randi WeingartenI believe that you really do want to support public school teachers. However, I think that in general, you have lost our confidence and our trust.  Just read the comments associated with numerous posts tagged using your name on Diane Ravitch’s blog. The negative sentiment is undeniable. Your choices have provoked this loss of our support..