Preamble: A Call for New Standards for High School Mathematics
I should begin with the disclaimer that I was an initial supporter of and advocate for the current high school mathematics standards, and there are probably still situations in which…
Our Racial Equity Plans Must Be Better
A piece I wrote for EdVote JCTA analyzing the Racial Equity Plans in our local district. Though written for a specific context, perhaps some of ideas will still be relevant…
How Do We Talk About What Happens Next?
A piece I wrote for EdVote JCTA Blog about the pitfalls of 'learning loss' language and how we move forward: Link: How Do We Talk About What Happens Next?
In Defense of Open Doors
Kentucky has a law requiring all classroom doors remain closed and locked. Before this law was in place, I was fortunate enough to see a group of teachers use open…
Please, Stop Using Math as Your Bad Example
A piece I wrote for EdVote JCTA reflecting on the use of math examples to prompt change in school structures. Link: Please, Stop Using Math as Your Bad Example
MAP Testing is Disruptive
A two part series for EdVote JCTA on the negative impact of MAP testing on teaching and learning. Link: MAP Testing is Disruptive Part 1 Link: MAP Testing is Disruptive…
We Need to Talk About MAP Testing
An intro to a series on MAP testing for EdVote JCTA. This piece frames the series by asking where decisions about assessment should really be made. Link: We Need to…
Where to Start With the Problem of Standardization and Testing
A two part series for EdVote JCTA exploring our own culpability in perpetuating the forces of standardization and testing, and then asking what even small acts we can take to…
The Other Problem with Performance-Based Pay
A piece for EdVote JCTA exploring the connections between performance-based pay and the forces of standardization and testing. Link: The Other Problem with Performance-Based Pay