One Argument for the Common Core

I am taking a professional development class on pdesas.org, the Pennsylvania Department of Education’s Standards Aligned System site.  For PA teachers, it’s a great resource and a great way to earn Act 48 hours at no charge.  One must be a self-directed...

It’s Time to Eradicate the Snow Day

I am one frustrated mother. No, seriously, I’m a mom who is frustrated.  This winter has been brutal in our locale, and so far, my son has had at least seven snow days off from school – if not more.  I lost count, to be honest.  My son has...