Students are often “honest brokers” when it comes to evaluating education policy, so why don’t we let them have more of a say? The answer might say more about adults than it does about children. (The Atlantic)
This weekend, a foundation that trains and funds teachers around the world will give $1 million to one of 10 finalists who have demonstrated innovative teaching practices and who are preparing students to be “global citizens.” (NPR Ed)
The former head of the Tennessee Department of Education’s teacher evaluation work argues that the idea that the best teachers are fleeing the profession is a myth. (Real Clear Education)
A nonprofit program in Mississippi, Michigan, and other cities around the country is initiating small, concrete steps to get parents more involved in their children’s schools. (Hechinger)
Getting involved in schools is harder for immigrant parents, who often face language barriers and broader community hostility. (Vox)
Twelve-year-olds from around New York City talk about goals, inspirations, and the challenges of being on the cusp of adolescence. (WNYC)
The increasing number of families who opt out of standardized tests is putting pressure on states and districts who use test scores to evaluate teachers. (The New Yorker)
Behind the scenes at SXSWedu, one reporter wonders how relevant many of the tech ideas presented are to conversations about classrooms and learning. (Hechinger)
A Union Charter Flunks Out: Randi Weingarten’s model school closes after years of failure. (Wall Street Journal)
