SB856/HB373: Bills to be Entitled “Ensuring the Teacher Shortage”
There is a teacher shortage crisis in Florida. We believe that the “Teacher Shortage Should Come as No Surprise”…
Who needs the Math EOCs when you have the PERT? An Open Letter to Senator Simmons
“Sen. David Simmons, R-Longwood, who chairs the education appropriations subcommittee, says he is looking for solutions. He wants…
All Day/All Year Reading Instruction
Parents in Florida complain that our state’s test and punish accountability system has led to a narrowing of…
The Bane of Florida’s Education System
According to Merriam-Webster, the definition of “bane” is “a source of harm or ruin.” On Tuesday, August 2,…
Public Comment on ESSA: We Need a REAL Accountability Overhaul
“Don’t cling to a mistake just because you spent a lot of time making it.” -Unknown In…
Was HB7069 Just Another VAM Scam?
When parents complain about over-testing, local school board members often advise them to write to their legislators. When similar…
Just Say No to Algebra 1 EOC Retakes: Take the PERT
6/15/17 UPDATE: Per a FLDOE Webinar yesterday (link here), PERT concordant scores for the Alg. 1 EOC will…
An Open Letter to Sarasota’s Superintendent Lori White
Today, at noon, parents and other education advocates are meeting at the Sarasota County School Board Headquarters…
2016 Third Grade FSA Scores, Honor Roll Students and Other Baloney
Last week, the Florida Department of Education (FLDOE) released the results of the 2016 3rd grade English Language…
What Is the Goal of the Algebra 1 EOC?
It’s that time of the year: all across Florida, the children are crying, stressed and overwhelmed. Why? It…
Bull-Hockey and Other Prohibited Test Prep
The word “Prohibit” means “to forbid (an action, activity, etc.) by authority or law.” The word “Bull-Hockey” means… well, you’ll have to figure that out on your…
ICYMI: The Florida Charter Study is Baloney
This post has been modified to included more specific information regarding Dr. Jay Greene’s testimony during the Citizens…
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