So earlier week Oprah donated $6 million to charter schools. This week it is being reported that Zuckerberg, the head of Facebook, will donate $100 million to the beleaguered Newark Public School System. I LOVE that the mega-wealthy are getting involved in fixing our schools. BUT, I am very concerned. We know from history that money alone will not solve our problems. We have been throwing money at this problem for decades with little or no results. There are also examples of places that have instituted true reform without large infusions of cash.
What is the answer? To really reform our schools, we need bold leaders, informed community members who will work with them, and teachers who will enthusiastically participate in the change process. I sure hope Newark will be brave enough to use this money wisely and give its youngest citizens what they deserve.blog post. Click here and start typing, or drag in elements from the top bar.
What is the answer? To really reform our schools, we need bold leaders, informed community members who will work with them, and teachers who will enthusiastically participate in the change process. I sure hope Newark will be brave enough to use this money wisely and give its youngest citizens what they deserve.blog post. Click here and start typing, or drag in elements from the top bar.
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