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"Nothing in man is more serious than his sense of humor; it is the sign that he wants all the truth." -Mark Van Doren

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18 Reasons the U.S. Education System is Failing

Once upon a time, enthusiasts designed a formal education system to meet the economic demands of the industrial revolution. Fast forward to today and, with the current global economic climate, it seems apparent that the now established education system is unable to meet the needs of our hyper-connected society – a society that is in a constant state of evolution. Let’s examine 18 problems that prevent the US education system from regaining its former preeminence. Parents are not involved enough. Of all the things out of the control of teachers, this one is perhaps the most frustrating. Time spent in …

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washingtonpost.com

After ethics review, Senate postpones committee vote for Betsy DeVos

Senate Democrats had wanted the review in hand before this week's confirmation hearings.

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washingtonpost.com

Six astonishing things Betsy DeVos said — and refused to say — at her confirmation hearing

One example: She wouldn't say guns don't belong in schools — and cited a school's need to protect itself from “potential grizzlies.” Bears, that is.

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13 Detroit principals charged with bribery

Thirteen current or former principals with the Detroit Public Schools were charged with bribery Tuesday in an alleged kickback scheme.

detroitnews.com

DPS closes 94 schools due to teacher sickout

DFT leader sends email to members Saturday alerting of possible payless days

Teen Suspended For Helping Friend Won't Return to School

A Texas teenager who was suspended from school after helping a classmate who was having an asthma attack won't return to the school, the teen's mother said Monday. Mandy Cortes said she will home-school...

Teacher Rafe Esquith files $1B suit vs. L.A. schools - CNN.com

The Los Angeles school district has been hit with a $1 billion lawsuit alleging it conducts "witch hunts" against older teachers to save on retirement benefits.

Ann O'Neill, CNN

Technology in Classrooms Doesn’t Always Boost Education Results, OECD Says

Beefing up technology in the classroom doesn’t always lead to better education for children, according to a new study from the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development.

Baby Got Class -- A back to school parody

This one goes out to all the teachers, bus drivers, administrators, and support staff who teach and love our children. THANK YOU for all you do! CONTACT info...