Author Archives: pkickbush

‘No Excuses’ Defines Success at Springfield, Illinois, Schools

Posted on December 7, 2010 by pkickbush

“We don’t use poverty as an excuse for low achievement.” That message was seen and heard during a day of visiting Springfield, IL, schools. Continue reading →

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Teacher Ambassador Blog Summary: Parent-Teacher Partnerships

Posted on November 30, 2010 by pkickbush

What do parents and teachers want from each other? Read this summary. Join the discussion. Continue reading →

Posted in Headlines, Schools and Community, Teachers | Tagged Teaching Ambassador Fellows | 6 Comments

Secretary Duncan on Supporting Teachers

Posted on November 23, 2010 by pkickbush

“As a country we have to dramatically improve respect and admiration for teachers,” Secretary Duncan said in response to a question about teachers being undervalued in the U.S. He goes on in this November 22 video to describe efforts to … Continue reading →

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Doing More with Less: A Teacher’s Perspective

Posted on November 18, 2010 by pkickbush

Teacher Camsie Matis offers her perspective on Secretary Duncan’s call for finding ways to do more with less. Continue reading →

Posted in Headlines, Teaching Profession | Tagged Teaching Ambassador Fellows | 5 Comments

Secretary Duncan Affirms Call for Tougher Teacher Prep Programs

Posted on November 17, 2010 by pkickbush

Secretary Duncan called for better self-policing of teacher preparation quality in a speech to the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education. Continue reading →

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A New Partnership to Promote Financial Education and Savings Programs

Posted on November 16, 2010 by pkickbush

A new partnership aims to improve financial literacy and savings among low- and moderate-income students and families. Continue reading →

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Boom Bag Strategy Is a Blast in US History

Posted on November 15, 2010 by pkickbush

Teacher Karishma Merchant describes “Boom Bag,” a game that her 11th graders enjoy and that helps them retain what they’ve learned. Continue reading →

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Guest Blogger – John Legend: Why I Believe in Teachers

Posted on November 12, 2010 by pkickbush

“Being a teacher means you get to serve your country through a job that is fulfilling, interesting and very cool,” writes guest blogger John Legend.
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