There are many questions in my mind today as a parent of a high school senior. I wonder if his […]
What comprises the Outliers of STEM?
STEM Education is talked about everywhere these days. It is the panacea for all educational ills. Still, many don’t even […]
Improving Teacher Quality is Essential — Are We Missing the Point?
You can have the greatest programs in the world-tried and tested but if they are not implemented with great instruction, […]
My “Ah-Ha” Moment about Teacher Preparation and Quality
Anyone interested in education reform should be thinking about what makes a good, great teacher? How does one train? What […]
YOU DON’T KNOW WHAT YOU ARE MISSING!
IT’S THE ARTS! ENGAGEMENT! PASSION! CONNECTION! LEARNING WITH RIGOR AND PURPOSE! I am asked over and over again, how can […]
Exactly how do you want to improve the creativity and problem solving ability of our students?
I just read this post from Project Lead the Way CEO Vince Bertram entitled, “We have to get serious about […]
Is Being Poor the Hardest Job in America?
Reality Check: Is Being Poor the Hardest Job in America? It is another day and I am running around doing […]
STEM is MORE than Science!!
My brain has been on fire about this subject. It doesn’t have to be STE[a]M and it isn’t just STEM. […]
The Importance of the Scientific Method for Learning and Life
The scientific method is a time-tested method of discovery. It is the foundation used to investigate, refine and communicate new […]
Does Pink Inspire or Reinforce Stereotypes?
I have been thinking about the “pink” thing for a long time. I don’t like pink, never really have. I […]
Ruth Catchen Reach for the Stars! 