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by The Awkward Educator | On: May 16 2012 | Comments (0)
For the past two months, Solutions For Schools has been privileged to host seven unique guest writers who have offered their unique perspectives, thought-provoking experiences with low-performing schools, innovative solutions to solve the American education crisis...

A Huge Mother’s Day Thank You and a Reflection on the Importance of Parents in Education

by The Awkward Educator | On: May 12 2012 | Comments (0)
Today, I want to take a break from the debates, research, policy and experiences surrounding education reform to wish my mom a happy Mother’s Day.  I always realized I was lucky to have a mom who cared so much about me, who was able to be there for me and who...

Poll – How Can a Public School Principal Best Impact Student Achievement?

by The Awkward Educator | On: May 10 2012 | Comments (5)
We are excited to conduct our first poll.  It centers on the need to improve the effectiveness and leadership of principals in public schools.  A very important but often overlooked aspect of education reform. How can a public school principal best...

Lay Down Your Arms and Fight For Our Nation’s Students

by The Awkward Educator | On: May 07 2012 | Comments (1)
I have not been in the world of education reform for too long.  In fact, I only began this website a little less than three months ago (thank you all for making Solutions for Schools number one on Education Blogs. Please vote if you have not  done so already). Nevertheless,...

Featured on San Antonio’s “The Rivard Report”

by The Awkward Educator | On: May 03 2012 | Comments (0)
An apology for the delay in stories and posts today.  Solutions for Schools has been spreading its message across the nation.  Check out our Founder’s most recent article in “The Rivard Report.”  San Antonio’s fastest growing publication...

Stop Spending Stupidly

by The Awkward Educator | On: May 01 2012 | Comments (3)
I once noticed a man stranded on the side of the road with a flat tire.  Knowing the frustration of such an occurrence, I pulled over and offered my assistance.  When I did, the stranded individual asserted, “I have been in this situation before and know exactly...

It is Not About Charter Schools and School Choice, it is About a Freedom of Choice that Should Exist for Every Student in America.

by The Awkward Educator | On: Apr 27 2012 | Comments (4)
So I have this student, let’s call her Shirley, she is quiet and never raises her hand. . . I’m not one of those teachers who complains about No Child Left Behind.  I am not afraid of being held accountable; think teaching beyond the test is a proven recipe...