Tag: School Leadership
September 5, 2012
September 5th, 2012
Local News The News Journal State representative and educator signs on as headmaster at Odyssey Charter The Odyssey Charter School, known for its curriculum focused on math and Greek language, has announced the appointment of a new headmaster, Nick Manolakos. Manolakos has worked in public education for 34 years, most recently as academic dean for...VIEW ARTICLE
We’re Still Fixing a Broken Car
August 16th, 2012
The University of Delaware’s annual “Delaware Teacher and Administrator Supply and Demand Survey Analysis” report reminds me of fixing my first car in high school – a lot of repairs around the edges that kept it running while, in the end, a whole new car was required. We all remember our first car – for me, it was a 1982 Honda Accord...VIEW ARTICLE
Voting Starts Today for iEducate Delaware Finalists
Early Childhood Education, News, Policy and Practice
August 15th, 2012
Today, voting has begun for the iEducate Delaware finalists: 15 Delawareans who are unsung heroes of public education from up and down the state. The finalists--nominated by people like you--represent a diverse cross-section of teachers, community leaders, school leaders, and other inspiring individuals who are dedicating their time, commitment...VIEW ARTICLE
Keep “The Irreplaceables” In Our Classrooms
August 13th, 2012
This post was originally published on Town Square Delaware. The New Teacher Project’s (TNTP) recently released report, “The Irreplaceables: Understanding the Real Retention Crisis in America’s Urban Schools,” has parallels (albeit not perfect) to fantasy football league “can’t cut” lists. I know the idea of an education report...VIEW ARTICLE