The most important institution in our free, democratic society is our public school system. Fixing it is the right thing to do for our children AND our country.
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THE BOTTOM LINE
Monthly Education Update
February 27, 2020
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Progressivism Fails to Clear the Gap ([link removed])
A recent report concludes that the top 12 progressive cities have larger educational achievement gaps between whites and minorities than the top 12 conservative cities. It is apparent from the data that progressives have to shift their focus.
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Is Reform Achievable? ([link removed])
If we want sustainable change at the state level, reform must begin with the passage of new laws. Because of the size and complexity of our education system, these changes should be made in stages. This will also minimize resistance from those who like the present system and mitigate disruption to those industries that have benefited from our present system.
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Government Schools Vs. Independent Schools ([link removed])
One could make the case that the “public education system” has two dimensions: government schools and independent schools. This distinction is helpful because correctly characterizing these schools clarifies who should be held accountable.
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We are Failing Our Children ([link removed])
Isn’t it time to think about doing something different? Isn’t it time we had a school system that focuses on the child, not the adults, not the curriculum, and certainly not the test! Isn’t it time to decide what our children need to know and be able to do as they enter adulthood?
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