An explanation for my absence
This blog has been on hiatus while I have been recovering from several surgeries at Shock Trauma; the site is now newly dedicated.
'This is why our people will never get ahead'
Some irony, we note, in the activities of days that started out typical but turned out to be, without question, outside the box and prophetic.
McD sales are down
McDonald's has announced they will change their menu to make it easier for people to make decisions. Sales are down, and maybe this will help.
From the roof, Santa prays school won't close this year
Some Catholic schools in Chicago will close no matter what. But at least one is trying to save itself from being shuttered. Santa could help.
Demo of new math question types on PARCC online tests
We encourage you to familiarize yourself with the format of math questions on the online version of the PARCC tests (video).
Ohio parents keep tests separate from standards
We once again consider the question of parental involvement in their kids' math homework. How much, if any, is helpful?
Chicago high school choir to perform in the Nutcracker
Lincoln Park High School Chamber Singers will join the pit orchestra at the Joffrey Ballet this weekend.
81% take more than 4 years to graduate college
Graduation within 4 years with a bachelor's degree has become more elusive for more and more students who start college.
Post-Labor Day school start battle revs up again
As the Maryland comptroller picks up the drive to have schools start after Labor Day, we wonder how serious the question might be.
Md. city opposes cell tower on school property
We side with community members in opposing the building of cell towers near public schools — or even near charter schools, for that matter.