The Center for Education Reform’s Post

Life Advice for The Next Generation "Right now there are wars raging on nearly every continent. It’s almost as if the adults are doing everything they can to break this world before you inherit it. The only solution I see is to grow the compassion and empathy you need to pick up the broken pieces. Look to the kindness that we show the displaced, the refugees. Let that kindness define the new world you can build. Advice number one: Accept your human imperfections Advice number two: Find your own path Advice number three: Travel. And now my final piece of advice: Look up: Put the phone down and look up. Because the world is a beautiful place and you don’t want to let it pass you by. Now it’s not going to be easy. But make sure you go out there and live life with all of its beauty and imperfections. Meet new people. Eat amazing food you’ve never even heard of before. Get your heart broken. Break someone else’s heart. And then do better next time."

Today is 5-29, making it National 529 Day! To help us celebrate, here is John's daughter, Mia, reminding you to save for education costs. Start planning for a brighter future today! #529Day #EducationSavings #CollegeSavings

Tomorrow, join OISE alum Dr. Ardavan Eizadirad and Prof. Scott Davies to explore the direction of K-12 education. Educators and parents will gain clarity around issues in the Ontario public school system today, and learn about concrete steps for improved education. https://lnkd.in/giVK-4QV

Addressing Children's Needs is an Easy Fix in Education. You can watch this entire episode of "Beyond The Echo" here https://lnkd.in/gyXGchnP

Will be joining along and asking questions about the future of sustainability in early years and primary education #letsmakethefuturemoresustainable

📚✨ As the school year approaches, parents and educators are gearing up to empower children through another transition. Exciting times lie ahead, and with the right tools, we can guide them confidently through any situation. Discover NYSCADV's recommended resources to make this back-to-school season one of growth and positive change. Learn more: https://ow.ly/q5qK50SOEhP

With the National Association of Independent Schools People of Color Conference happening this week in Denver, I'm revisiting one of the most popular episodes of The Teacher's Forum: Safe Spaces & Resilient Voices. Our guests: Jana Dorsey Jacqueline Y Pelzer and Bobby Edwards share the transformative history and impact of POCC, its role in fostering safe spaces for BIPOC educators, and why this conference remains a cornerstone for equity in education. If you are a veteran attendee or have never attended POCC, many listeners have called this episode "mandatory listening." Don’t miss it! https://lnkd.in/ewUwKpXc

City Connects addresses the comprehensive strengths and needs of each and every student in order to help promote healthy child development and learning. It is an evidence-based approach to integrated student support that empowers schools to intentionally and systematically leverage and coordinate the resources and relationships available in the school and in the surrounding community. In our newest research brief, we summarize City Connects’ evidence of impacts on student outcomes. Some of those outcomes include: Higher academic achievement, Improved attendance, effort, and engagement, and long-term outcomes, like reduced dropout rates and higher postsecondary enrollment. Learn more about City Connects' impacts here: https://buff.ly/3KdPcL6

One (of the many) ways ⬇️ Share your stories. Use social media, blogs, conferences, and other platforms to share your experiences, challenges, and successes as an early childhood professional. Personal stories humanize the importance of your work and can inspire others to support and join the cause. Sharing your experiences and insights helps raise awareness about the critical role of early childhood educators and advocates for the resources and support needed to ensure the success of the profession. In our most recent blog post, written by DCAEYC's Berna Artis, we share dozens of other ways early childhood educators can have their voices heard! You can read, "Amplifying the Voices of Early Childhood Educators" here: https://lnkd.in/gEB7h6AR

“Today’s episode focuses on a policy document called “Project 2025,” a far-right roadmap for education that proposes significant changes to public education in the United States. Dr. Jaime Hoerricks, a special education teacher, critically analyses the document’s proposals, highlighting their potential negative impact on students from disadvantaged backgrounds. The author argues that “Project 2025” aims to dismantle federal oversight and funding for public education, promoting privatisation, and reducing support for students with disabilities, English learners, and low-income families. Dr. Hoerricks ultimately views these proposals as a threat to equity and inclusion in education, arguing that they benefit the privileged few at the expense of the many.” It’s strange how NotebookLM says “Title eye” instead of “Title one.” Here’s the link to the source article: https://lnkd.in/giqQdAqu Let me know what you think.