Yup, those are my kids and I am talking about them again, and spreading my personal agenda. This time it’s adoption. Yesterday was National Adoption Day ,admittedly we have too many ‘days’ and soon if it has not happened already there will be a national day for cupcakes, or Tupperware or even better we willContinue reading “National Adoption Day #inclusionnottolerance”
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Equity not Diversity
For the past decade many schools have been committed to DIVERSITY, ensuring they have a diverse student body , diverse, personnel, diversity represented at every level. I propose that it is time to move beyond DIVERSITY to EQUITY, in the same way it is time to move beyond TOLERANCE to INCLUSION. What is the difference?Continue reading “Equity not Diversity”
We need to share our experiences more…
Last week when presenting my research to collagues I was reminded of the importance of this work. I heard from a panel of diverse voices, people of color and members of the LGBTQ community. Each recounted times when they felt ‘on the outside’ of society, of school of their community. Some found the trip downContinue reading “We need to share our experiences more…”
Perfect Timing
Is it fortuitous the Pope is here on Yom Kippur ? ( the Jewish high holiday and Day of Atonement.) Yom KippurThe Pope has made peace and justice central to his message, President Obama won a Nobel Peace Prize for his efforts to bring lasting peace to the International community.Today President Obama met Pope Francis whenContinue reading “Perfect Timing”
Corporations
For the past decade many corporations have been committed to DIVERSITY, ensuring they have diverse workforce, diverse, personnel, diversity represented at every level. I propose that it is time to move beyond DIVERSITY to EQUITY, in the same way it is time to move beyond TOLERANCE to INCLUSION. What is the difference? DIVERSITY: defined asContinue reading “Corporations”
Knowng What you Need
Yesterday I spent the day at the beach – with my family.But it wasn’t just an ordinary day – eating ice cream and sun bathing, I needed to be there. Last week I hit a wall – I stopped blogging daily and then wrote a less than interesting and informative piece after receiving sad news.Continue reading “Knowng What you Need”
Student success in high school…quick poll
A significant aspect of my research focuses on high school success for students – which I am looking forward to sharing. If you have a few minutes today please complete this informal poll ..the answer may surprise you.
The New Normal – Let’s Not Skate Around It.
The New Norm – Let’s Not Skate Around It. For at least a decade we have heard about the ‘breakdown’ of the family. Politicians, religious leaders, educators have lamented the loss of the ‘normal ‘ family grouping. Allegedly 50% of marriages end in divorce; single parenting is on the rise as is international and domesticContinue reading “The New Normal – Let’s Not Skate Around It.”
Parents are our First Educators.
Me and my Mum at my graduation from Fordham – I am pretty sure I learned as much from my Mum, about education and parenting. as I did when getting a Ph.D. Parents are children’s first educator’s – I have added a page for parent resources and was really excited yesterday when talking to aContinue reading “Parents are our First Educators.”
Favorite Resources, commutes and difficult questions !
NPR ( National Public Radio) is one of my favorite resources for news, current events and commutes ! Although sometimes it can leave you stunned, despairing and speechless ( even me) – It is a great resources for educators and parents. My NPR listening has been stunted this past few weeks on my commute –Continue reading “Favorite Resources, commutes and difficult questions !”
