Posts tagged with ‘michigan’
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John K. King Used & Rare Books, Detroit, MI.
This place is a gem, as long as dust doesn’t bother your allergies too much.
Love this place.
NY Times Economix Blog: Can Detroit Find the Road Forward?
From the article: “Cities, at their best, are places of competition and innovation, and I pray that those urban forces can improve education as they once improved cards. The Rust Belt will only become a place of hope if its youth are trained to compete worldwide.
I enjoyed Chrysler’s bluster, but the Motor City’s future depends on far quieter teachers leading children through the hard work of learning.”
Interesting, especially in light of this Detroit News article published yesterday, “Michigan orders Detroit Public Schools to make huge cuts”.
Thanks to my friend Brian for recommending the NY Times article!
(Source: greatlakesstate)
MSU vs. U of M Quidditch. Photo taken in Ann Arbor in Nov. 2010.
"Kids who sit in fear don't learn."
- Jay McDowell, speaking at a school board meeting on Monday night.
The latest on how Howell, Michigan is reacting to the controversy surrounding teacher Jay McDowell kicking a student out of class for making anti-gay remarks.
It’s making waves in part thanks to Graeme Taylor, the 14-year-old gay student who gave a moving speech in support of the teacher.
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