Broad Foundation Names Three Finalists for Charter Schools Prize
Achievement First, KIPP Foundation, and Uncommon Schools are the three contenders to be awarded the Broad Foundation's top charter network prize in July. Read Full Post >
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May 15, 2013
April 30, 2013
Addressing the Gap Between the Rich and 'Others'
After fighting one war after another, at great cost, for democracy, we shame ourselves when we let it slip through our fingers so fast. Read Full Post >
April 29, 2013
How Do We Foster Excellence?
We no longer need to ask, "Is it possible?" All educators have been liberated by proof that it is ... Read Full Post >
April 25, 2013
Teaching Students About Trade-Offs
Part of the complex moral message we are teaching the young in school is being aware of the trade-offs that complicate life. Read Full Post >
April 23, 2013
Exploring Moral Development in School
Starting in 5th grade, we introduced a series of dilemmas to our children and asked them to think about why they do what they do. Read Full Post >
April 18, 2013
Questioning Assumptions About the Poor
The oft-repeated verbal attacks on poor people's "bad habits" has led to poor pedagogy and missed opportunities, starting at age 4 and 5. Read Full Post >
April 16, 2013
KIPP Co-Founder Outlines Steps to Closing Achievement Gap
Michael Feinberg, a co-founder of the KIPP network of charter schools, spoke about closing the achievement gap at the ASU/GSV Education Innovation Summit. Read Full Post >
April 10, 2013
Explaining KIPP's 'SLANT'
I'll devote this second letter to discussing the educational practice you asked about, known as SLANT. Read Full Post >
April 09, 2013
Understanding 'No Excuses'
How, in a no-excuses school, do students appeal if they believe the penalty is unfair? Read Full Post >
April 04, 2013
Education Advocates Debate Merit of Charter Schools
Education expert Deborah Meier and former KIPP leader Elliott Witney will be discussing their different strategies of education reform on the Bridging Differences blog. Read Full Post >
