Kozol on Ravitch

Diane Ravitch has recently published an important new book on education policy in America entitled Reign of Error; the Hoax of the Privatization Movement and the Danger to America's Public Schools. This past Sunday, reknowned education author Jonathan Kozol published a review of Ravitch's new book in the New York Times Book Review.
As Kozol explains, "Diane Ravitch was for many years one of the strongest advocates for the testing-and-accountability agenda. Because of her impeccable credentials as a scholar and historian of education, she was a commanding presence among critics of our schools. Some years ago, however, she reconsidered her long-held beliefs and, in an influential book, "The Death and Life of the Great American School System," parted ways with her former allies and joined the highly vocal opposition." Ravitch's new book is a must read by any educator, parent, or politician who truly wants to understand what has gone wrong with the so-called "education reform movement" today, and what we need to do to fix it.

Fulbright Scholarships Available!

The Fulbright Distinguished Awards in Teaching (DA) Program has officially launched the application for the 2014-2015 academic year for K-12 teachers! The DA Program is a unique international professional development opportunity for K-12 teachers. By conducting educational research abroad, U.S. teachers gain new skills, learn new instructional methods and assessment methodologies and share best practices with international colleagues and students. This program is sponsored by the U.S. Department of State and administered by the Institute of International Education (IIE). For 2014, US teachers can select to go to one of the following countries: Chile, Finland, India, Israel, Mexico, Morocco, Palestinian Territories, Singapore or the United Kingdom.

Don’t delay, RSVP now! Space is limited. https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/379XYJL

Please join us for a special session designed for prospective applicants to learn about the details of the DA application process and tips on writing a winning capstone project.

DA Program team members will be present to answer any and all questions about the program. Local program alumni who have lived the experience will be available for a personalized Q&A session! They will guide you through their experiences and provide you with first-hand knowledge of conducting research abroad. If you are interested in applying for the DA Program, this is a must-attend event!

RSVP by Monday, September 30, 2013: https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/379XYJL

WHEN: Thursday, October 3, 2013 5:00-7:00PM


WHERE: Institute of International Education 1400 K Street NW, Suite 700 Washington, DC 20005 

Congratulations to MCEA’s own Harry Klugel!

Congratulations to MCEA’s own Harry Klugel! Whose picture now appears on the NEA website (nea.org) as part of a collage commemorating the 1963 March on Washington and teachers who were there (slide #3).

You can read about Harry and watch a short video of his recollections of the March at http://neatoday.org/2013/08/23/i-was-there-teachers-are-witness-to-history-at-the-march-on-washington/ .

Harry is a retired teacher who spent his career as an MCEA activist, including several terms on the MCEA Board of Directors as well as service on several bargaining teams. Harry is still active as a Retiree Representative to the RA.

Congratulations Harry!

Job Vacancy at MCEA

Job Title: UniServ Director on School Assistance Team

Location: Rockville Maryland

Salary: In accord with Professional Staff Organization contract

Closing date: Friday September 6^th, 5:00 pm

 

Application Process: Interested candidates should email a resume and cover letter to: Tom Israel, MCEA Executive Director, tisrael@mceanea.org.