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The “Old Yeller” Teacher (This has nothing to do with screaming at kids.)
When I was a 7th grader, I read Old Yeller for English class. Well, I didn’t actually read it. My teacher assigned it to the entire...


Squeezing All the Fun Out of School
My daughter, Ellen, age 9, brought home a 2-sided flyer from school the other day. Here it is: Also coupled with a “no cupcake” school...


I Just Spoke to My Son: Student Voice, Activated
My son, Eddie, just started 8th grade this year. He has always been a good student. He usually works hard. Eighth grade in our school...
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