Science Education Is About to Change—And That’s a Good Thing
It would be a mistake to think my job only entails the dissemination of diagrams and the creation of mnemonic devices to remember...
10 May, 2013
Masonry
The Most Troubling Myths About Gifted Kids—Debunked
Teaching gifted students presents unique challenges and amazing rewards. Twelve years ago, when I was approached about teaching gifted students and creating classes...
07 May, 2013
Literacy and Academic Success
There is a disconnect between the skills and knowledge children acquire in P-12 schooling and the skills and knowledge children need to succeed...
01 May, 2013
Op-Ed: Teachers Aren’t Widgets That Can Just Be Replaced
May 7 marks the annual celebration of National Teacher Appreciation Day in the United States. Approximately 3.5 million teachers will be applauded by...
25 April, 2013
Why Should New Teachers Be the Ones to Get Pink Slips?
Last In, First Out has been in place for quite a long time. On the surface, the policy is fair. If implemented consistently,...
24 April, 2013
Hope Street Group 2013 Jobs & Workforce Development Executive Summary and Next Steps
Thursday, April 18th, 2013 A summary and synthesis of the Jobs & Workforce Development group’s proceedings during Hope Street Group’s annual Colloquium. Hope Street Group...
18 April, 2013
Hope Street Group 2013 Colloquium Healthcare Executive Summary and Next Steps
Thursday, April 18th, 2013 The Healthcare Working Group included over 25 healthcare leaders, innovators, experts, practitioners, policy advisors, and business representatives. Moderated by Monique...
18 April, 2013
Hope Street Group 2013 Colloquium Education Executive Summary and Next Steps
2013 Colloquium Education Memo...
18 April, 2013
Next Steps in Education Reform Outlined
Thursday, April 18th, 2013 Press Contact: Rebecca Wales April 18, 2013 Results of Hope Street Group’s 2013 Annual Colloquium have been released today, reflecting the collective work...
18 April, 2013