Riddle me this: Why are a few bad decisions made half a lifetime ago still relevant in a story about a man who has devoted his life to improving education for the kids who need it most? That’s what puzzled me about the Hartford Courant’s latest piece about Michael Sharpe who, as it turns out,… Continue reading For Connecticut Kids, Academic Success is What Matters Most
Contrary to what was recently “reported” by “education blogger” Jon Pelto, Jumoke disciplinary policy does not rely heavily on the overuse of suspensions. A few weeks ago, Pelto wrote a blog post which warned parents about the disciplinary practices of Jumoke Academy, Inc., which recently took over the management of Dunbar School when it was… Continue reading Surprise, Surprise! Contrary to Popular Belief, Under the Leadership of FUSE, Suspensions are Down at Dunbar
A recent editorial by the Connecticut Post’s Hugh Bailey implied the recent changes at Dunbar school were not community supported, citing the recent primary results—where only a few hundred votes were casted—as proof. An actual member of the East End community, Bishop Richard Griffith, responded by writing a letter in support of Dunbar’s turnaround plan.… Continue reading Community Member Speaks Out in Support of FUSE at Dunbar
