When it takes more money to get the same for some students, what gives? Actually nothing gives. Although what is needed requires more resources for students with disabilities, providing appropriate services to meet unique needs is a mandate. How a school community...

Sitting in a grade-level meeting, a veteran teacher sighed with frustration and asked, “When will what we do be good enough? When will they stop insisting that we do more, more, more, and better, better, better?” The quiet response was, “Does anyone remember when IBM...

“You have to do your own growing no matter how tall your grandfather was.” ~Abraham Lincoln It’s a typical day in Mrs. Mack’s seventh grade classroom. Kids are bustling around, laughing, talking. Someone makes a funny noise; everyone laughs. The teacher tells the...

Sophia:  Thanks for filling the week with fun and excitement. I especially liked the birds that you rescued. I really appreciate it because I love birds of all kinds and I want to be a birdwatcher! Julian:  I loved the Hill hike. The lizards, birds, jackrabbits and...

This week we are trying something new. In place of a written article highlighting an aspect of education, we are embedding a video to share a local story of success. Let us know what you think. Templeton School District is creating wonderful opportunities for their...

Youth in the foster care system are just like every other student. They want to do well in school - get good grades, have fun with their friends, attend prom, and go to college. But foster youth face unique and significant challenges - many of which are outside of...