No Child Held Back

In the aftermath of No Child Left Behind, and nearly every state filing for a waiver, the next question on everyone’s mind is, what comes after NO Child Left Behind (NCLB)? Recall the reason for the controversial law in the … Continue reading →

With all the talk about education reform, parents and teachers have a lot of material to analyze and debate. From legislative requirements to policy proposals to political referenda, this issue – the way we, as a society, enable children to … Continue reading →

When policymakers discuss education reform the conversation often emphasizes the attempt to reduce failure rates. While this goal is admirable in theory – after all, the public has an interest in reducing poor academic performance – it overlooks a far … Continue reading →

One of the benefits of entering a political season, the six- or twelve-months before an election where candidates engage in a series of debates, town hall meetings and conventions, is the opportunity to address a matter of vital importance: education … Continue reading →

As the son of a former public schoolteacher, I can personally attest to the challenges, both economic and institutional, that confront educators who want to help students reach their fullest potential. Too often this goal becomes the victim of a … Continue reading →