Schools Reopening? Not So Fast Say Teachers Unions

Schools Reopening? Not So Fast Say Teachers Unions

Christmas Break is ending (yes, we at Victory Girls say “Christmas”), and schools will be reopening soon, right? Hold on — not so fast. If teachers unions have their way, schools in many big cities will remain shuttered.

Because Covid, of course. And especially because of the new Omicron variant.

Quiet Rooms Controversy Needs Balanced Understanding

Quiet Rooms Controversy Needs Balanced Understanding

The Chicago Tribute had a big, flashy exposé on “quiet rooms” or the “isolation rooms” in special education within their public schools.

Does Medicaid Money Belong In Public Schools? [VIDEO]

Does Medicaid Money Belong In Public Schools? [VIDEO]

Quite honestly, education is at a crossroads in this country. As government and parents ask the average teacher to do more with less, and teachers unions negotiate…

A Special Education Parent’s Take On Betsy DeVos [VIDEO]

A Special Education Parent’s Take On Betsy DeVos [VIDEO]

After a highly contentious Senate confirmation process, Betsy DeVos became the Secretary of Education last week. She immediately tried to start reaching out by touring a public…

Betsy DeVos: good or bad choice for Secretary of Education?

Betsy DeVos: good or bad choice for Secretary of Education?

I am a bit too libertarian to truly appreciate the need for a federal Department of Education. However, consistent special education programs across state lines is a…

Mom rejects labels and “special education” – autistic son becomes a genius

Mom rejects labels and “special education” – autistic son becomes a genius

No labels: “As parents, we know in our hearts what our kids need,” she says, “and we need to trust that a little more. Even if that…

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