Hi all!
One of the longest running cliches in education is that overused phrase: “All children can learn,” something many of us have heard repeatedly from school principals, superintendents and even politicians.
But it has little to do with a more critical, and less known fact: All children learn differently. Unique styles and various ways of processing information sometimes interferes with how they do in school, college and beyond.
That’s why I found the story Olivia Sanchez wrote for us, which was also published in the Los Angeles Times, so hopeful — as did many parents I shared it with. Bright and capable students can thrive in higher education, but it is going to take more cooperation and understanding. I’ve already heard from a lot of friends about how much this resonated with them, and I would love to hear more about your own stories and experiences.
Also this week, we took a look at declining graduate school enrollments, a growing concern for universities that heavily rely on such programs for revenue, as students seek as shorter, cheaper and more flexible alternatives. And we explored what happens to high poverty schools when schools lay off early-career teachers, preserving the jobs of those with seniority protection. Such layoffs are likely to be coming this fall. You’ll never miss a story if you sign up for our weekly newsletters, and become a member!
Liz Willen, Editor
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