Rigor and Support

Teachers and administrators around the country are collaborating around the new Common Core State Standards that governors in 48 states adopted (except Texas and Hawaii) over the past year. These standards have been developed by a wide range of educators representing kindergarten to twelfth grade instruction in English and math. In an attempt to increase the proficiency of our students and thus save the hopes of the democratic process, educators around the country are compelled to take a sharper looks at classroom practice and expectations. Because the research shows that when educators expect more from students and provide the needed supports, they will rise to the challenge (Ronald F. Ferguson, PhD, 1998), the Common Core provide a needed component of our race back to the top--the high expectations. This page will take a look at what educators are saying and doing as they sprint uphill.

Tuesday, November 23, 2010

I was beginning to lose all hope in the democratic process the more I heard about the NYC advisory panel on the selection for the next chancellor of NYC schools, and then my faith was restored.  Wisdom prevailed from the cold halls of Albany Department of Education.  The Panel (under advisement of Commissioner Steiner) made a wise recommendation to the same.  They declined the Bloomberg's recommendation.  Instead they made a recommendation that if Cathleen Black is the Chancellor, then her deputy must have the highest educational credentials.  Vestiges of King Solomon are alive and well.  The educational needs of children will restrain the cold calculating dictates of business.  Humanism prevailed over capitalism. Hope over despair.  Yes, reform is needed in NYC schools, but under the watch of a firm, wise educator who puts people over profit.
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