Finding Gratitude in a Year of Change
The Thanksgiving holiday is upon us and we have always recognized it as a moment to pause—to breathe, to reflect, to gather ourselves before the …
When We Silence Public Media, We Shrink Our Democracy
The drumbeat to cut funding for PBS and other public media and television programming has been fodder for political campaigns over the course of the …
We All See the Dismantling of the U.S. Department of Education — But Too Few Understand the Long-Term Consequences
The nation can no longer afford to ignore what is happening in plain sight.The U.S. Department of Education is being systematically destroyed through budget reductions, …
The Invisible Work of Educators
When I think about the people who shaped my life, it’s not the ones who stood in the spotlight that come to mind. It’s the …
Veterans Day: Honoring True Service and Sacrifice
Today, we pause to honor those who have worn the uniform—not for recognition, but out of courage, conviction, and an unwavering belief in something greater …
Hungry to Learn: Our Government’s Blatant Disregard for Children
There’s a certain look in a child’s eyes when they’re hungry. It is a mix of weariness and quiet resolve. As educators, we see it …
Election Day: A Moral Responsibility to Our Future
Today isn’t just about choosing candidates — it’s about choosing the kind of future we want for our children, our schools, our communities, and our …
Leading While Ailing: The Lesson I Almost Learned Too Late
For years, I worked to diligently walk the halls of schools, visited classrooms, and stood before staff, students, and community with energy, purpose, and conviction—while …
Do We Truly Care About People?: Suspending SNAP Benefits is a Travesty
Statement on the Elimination of SNAP Benefits By Dr. Melvin J. Brown The elimination of SNAP benefits is not merely a policy decision — it …
When Too Few Hold Too Much: The Hidden Cost of Corporate Dependency on Our Schools
We have reached a moment in America where a small handful of corporations shape nearly every aspect of our lives—from what we buy, to how …