From 'Rotten Apples' to Martyrs: America Has Changed Its Tune on Teachers
Education Week
“The swing in public sentiment is illustrated nowhere more clearly than in the national media's recent portrayal of teachers. Last month, three major news outlets—The New York Times Magazine, The Guardian, and Time magazine—published features on the plight of the underpaid teacher.”
Brett Kavanaugh’s Character Cannot Be Found in His Résumé
The Hechinger Report
“It should be obvious that grades can’t and shouldn’t be thought of as bail for boys’ criminal behavior, but they never tire of trying it anyway.”
Zero Tolerance? Not Exactly: School Districts Have Leeway When Dealing With Weapons
KMUW
“It would be easy for me to rubber-stamp everything, and I would have 200 kids out on the street. I mean, is that what we want? Is that what society wants? In my opinion, no.”
‘You do have a voice, and your voice matters’—Latino Parents and Students in Los Angeles Are Encouraged to Participate in Upcoming Elections
LA School Report
“Even if you cannot vote, you can talk to your friends and family about their options, get them informed. You can influence others to vote for the candidate that can best serve your community.”
A Young Activist’s Advice: Vote, Shave Your Head and Cry Whenever You Need To
The New York Times
“All you need to do is vote for people you believe will work on these issues, and if they don’t work the way they should, then it is your responsibility to call them, organize a town hall and demand that they show up—hold them accountable. It’s their job to make our world better.”
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