What people should know about schools
Educators Rising students were asked what they wish the public knew about schools.
Read More
Tag: September 2024
Browsing: Public perception of schools
Further thoughts on this month’s theme on the public’s perception of schools.
Read More
Book recommendation: Trust in Schools
Maia Cucchiara recommends Trust in Schools by Anthony Bryk and Barbara Schneider.
Read More
Book Recommendation: Becoming
Amie Rapaport recommends Becoming by Michelle Obama.
Read More
FROM THE CEO: New energy for a new year
PDK CEO James F. Lane brings news about the organization, including Educators Rising National Conference.
Read More
MEMBER STORY: Leaders emerge at Educators Rising Conference
The Emerging Leader Fellows program is a group designed to develop leaders under the age of 40.
Read More
What do adults know about public education?
Research has shown that U.S. adults know little about education policy and practice. This should worry us.
Read More
MEMBER SPOTLIGHT
PDK members answer the question: If you could make a change in education right now, what would it be and why?
Read More
Talking back to the failing-schools narrative
Media coverage shapes perceptions of public schools by pushing a message of crisis. A more nuanced conversation can help.
Read More
Education and the election
Poll Points question: How important is the issue of public education in your vote for president?
Read More
Public opinion and the teaching profession
The public’s view of education influences teachers’ working conditions, pay, and the pipeline of new educators. Change requires taking control of the narrative.
Read More
PDK Poll: Federal focus on education initiatives wins broad public support
Preparing students to enter the workforce and attracting and retaining good teachers are Americans’ top educational priorities for the next administration in Washington, regardless of who wins the presidential election, the 2024 PDK Poll finds.
Read More
