Category Archives: public schools

Munroe only echoes what teachers say behind closed doors

Posted on February 19, 2011 by Pam

I’m sure nearly every K-12 teacher in the country knows about Natalie Munroe, her blog and subsequent firing. When I read the newspaper article, taking in her sentiments on today’s students, I thought, “Hey, I’ve heard the same in the … Continue reading →

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Here’s a kid who’s ready for school

Posted on September 2, 2010 by Pam

Meet Ella, my niece. Is she a cutie or what? She’s 3 years and nine months old, and already she’s light years ahead of of several kindergarten and first-grade children I encounter in my local school district. Before she turned … Continue reading →

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Kudos to Indy Star’s “Our Children…” Series

Posted on August 28, 2010 by Pam

After a visit to a few local blogs, I’m not the only one who voiced disappointment at the Indianapolis Star’s decision to make their special report on IPS School #61’s 2010-2011 Kindergarten classes.. After I read the entire article, I … Continue reading →

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