What you get is what you see, which is suspending kids doesn't lead to high attrition rate. That is what the data shows.
I think it's fairly unique to define the end goal of K-12 schooling as helping students become better thinkers, more creative thinkers, and to organize the whole school around creative and critical thinking.
Like so many of you, I am deeply distressed both by the hateful violence in Charlottesville and by President Trump's refusal to clearly denounce it. Nobody with any empathy for the plight of people of color in this country could respond the way he did.
Success isn't ideal for every child. If we think a child would do better in a different school, whether it's a specialized program or just a school with a different approach, we'll tell a parent that, as we should.
Parents who don't like Success should find a school they do like. For someone to enroll their child at Success and insist we change our model is like a person walking into a pizzeria and demanding sushi. If you want sushi, go to a sushi restaurant!
We must renew our commitment to instilling high moral character in our students, to teaching them to treat each other with kindness, to stand up for what is right, and to respect the diversity of backgrounds and experiences that strengthen our country.
Any elected official who asks to visit my schools is welcome to do so; there is no political litmus test.
I love working with teachers and principals; they are my heroes. They are very dedicated to children, and it's very impactful.
Whatever you think rigor looks like, you should go up a few notches.
Self-delusion is rarely a good strategy for effective management.
Part of me would love to be mayor for the simple reason that I love my city.
