Here is a post by a Colorado teacher who vividly explains the difference in the lives of fortunate students and the less fortunate students whom she teaches. Her last post on this blog was a nuanced look into the psyche of some students of color who live in poverty, which you can read here. This public school teacher often blogs anonymously under the name Shakespeare’s Sister at Daily Kos. She teaches 11th grade […]
Friday, January 30th, 2015
Teacher: I see the difference in educational privilege every day. I live it. I am disgusted by it.
Author: Valerie Strauss
Source: The Washington Post
Publication Date: January 29 at 10:30 AM
Link: Teacher: I see the difference in educational privilege every day. I live it. I am disgusted by it.
Source: The Washington Post
Publication Date: January 29 at 10:30 AM
Link: Teacher: I see the difference in educational privilege every day. I live it. I am disgusted by it.
Stephan: On the basis of what is, not what we lie to ourselves is, it is clear that children, particularly poor children, are of little consequence in the American scheme of things. This is an excellent example of what I mean, and why I feel this way. What I do not understand is how anyone can think this is going to create a good future for our country.
A heart-wrenching article. This situation should never be anywhere – especially in the USA. Remembering my own childhood and my children’s growing up, I try to do my part to bring others up. I could never rest if I didn’t give to others.