Tonight, I attended a seminar about a teaching method that really works!--it has changed the anger in students to excitement about learning--it has made them kinder! If the new administration in New York City were to implement this method throughout city schools we would see an immediate improvement in our schools. Congratulations to Lori Colavito, (first grade teacher at Southampton Elementary), Zvia Ratz, (mathematics teacher at MS 223), and Christopher Balchin, (social studies teacher at Brooklyn Academy of Science and the Environment) for your courage, honesty, your passion about ending racism and your love for your students. The way Christopher Balchin spoke about how racism changed in him because of what he learned, earned the respect of everyone who heard it. Check out his blog on this subject!
Congratulations to Patricia Martone (ESL, PS 134M), Arnold Perey,. Ph.D. and Rosemary Plumstead. You have made a difference in the lives of many. Keep up the great work!
