Posted by graysen in Educators, UncategorizedMay 2nd, 2009 | No Comments
It’s been a while since I have written on the blog. I’ve been extremely busy putting together our newly approved charter school. www.elitescholarsacademy.com
I couldn’t have imagined the additional work behind the scenes that would be required to get the school opened and running for the first day.
The typical things like hiring staff, raising money, developing mission and vision statements, logistical and facility planning are expected in the opening of any new school.
I think some of the areas that caught me off guard was the level of red-tape and bureaucracy that is...
Posted by graysen in Educators, Professional Development, UncategorizedMay 2nd, 2009 | 1 Comment
As many of you all know, I get very excited about education. The field of public education is unique as it is one of very few professional fields that require and expect visible and tangible transformation; both with children and adults. Education is a transformational process, field and career.
As I consider this, I realize that there is true magic in transformation, especially in regards to public education. Students, teachers, Superintendents, Boards and parents alike are transformed, whether they realize it or not by simply showing up. The education system is designed in such a fashion...
