Eileen Soon: The future of special education is exciting if we dare to reimagine it
Special education is an integral part of the overall education sector. It’s the practice of educating students with special educational needs. Eileen Soon is an educator who specializes in teaching this unique population – diverse learners and individuals with special needs. Graduating with a degree in Special Education from Liberty University, Eileen taught at St […]
"How Do Asian Americans Advocate for Equality Without Throwing Other People of Color Under the Bus?"
“How do Asian Americans advocate for equality without throwing other people of color under the bus?” That was the compelling question I heard at the recent Advancing Justice conference in Los Angeles. I doubt there is an answer, a satisfactory answer anyway. But above all, I appreciate the discussion, and, because a certain response would […]
Are White Parents The Only Ones Who Hate Standardized Testing?
Students in the Commack Union Free School District in New York do well. The district’s high school is consistently ranked as one of the best on Long Island. However, the district’s students have been opting out of standardized tests in droves. During the 2014-2015 school year, more than 50 percent of students in third through […]