In 1953 my parents moved our family into a New York City housing project in East New York, Brooklyn. How absolutely demeaning! I hated ... Continue Reading
John Thompson's Learning Story
I got my start in education as a hiking counselor for inner city children where I gained the insights that can only be learned in ... Continue Reading
Elena Aguilar's Learning Story
My maternal grandmother was my most effective teacher. Her life and the decisions she made as a young adult served as a powerful example and ... Continue Reading
Stedman Graham's Learning Story
It is up to each of us to define ourselves, and that is a life's work. Like so many others, I grew up unaware ... Continue Reading
Mr. Riggs
After a somewhat rocky start in elementary school I had a life changing experience in Mr. Riggs' 5th grade classroom. What I remember is how ... Continue Reading
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