Teachers Relish the Challenge

Autistic students, special needs children, AP/gifted kids...you name them and teachers take on the responsibility for teaching these students. Allow me to say this, the teachers are at the forefront of making consequential curriculum and assessment decisions.

Make no mistake, teachers often work in a collegial manner to make the necessary adjustments. These changes are often done in preparation periods, after school or during the summer months. Quite honestly, no mandate, no law and no politician has to tell these folks what to do. My point is a simple one; when confronted with the need to make various alterations teachers step forward to do the right thing.

My advice to my teaching colleagues...keep up the great work. To the so called 'experts,' take notice of what teachers do to help your child and the students across America. The vast, vast majority of teaching professionals roll up their sleeves, no matter the challenges and they get the job done.

Dick