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The Quest for Educational Equity in Massachusetts
- Authored by: Eileen Wedegartner

The  Quest for Educational Equity in Massachusetts

by Eileen Wedegartner How far have we come? How far do we still have to go? The United States of America is anchored in the belief that every citizen stands equal before the law. This foundation, that America is a land where aspirations can become a reality for anyone, has

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First Day of School Memories
- Authored by: Cathie Maglio

First Day of School… Ahh Memories

JFY Staff Share Theirs Autumn in New York by Joan Reissman  It’s been a long time since I had a first day of school, but memories have a long shelf life. I’ve always been a clothes horse and always loved shopping. Getting new outfits was something I looked forward to

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A reading assignment to remember all winter long
- Authored by: Eileen Wedegartner

The Words of Summer

by Eileen Wedegartner A reading assignment to remember all winter long After taking his sweet time choosing a summer reading book, my son finally decided to crack open The Book Thief by Markus Zusak. It is from the list provided by the school of books students could choose this summer. Both my

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Meeting the challenges of Early College
- Authored by: Eileen Wedegartner

Meeting the challenges of Early College

by Eileen Wedegartner Enhanced academic and guidance support develops self-confidence “Miss, why do you do this?” Alyssa asked. “Why do you help? What brought you here? Like how did you decide to work with kids at all?” I looked at her contemplatively and said, “Because I believe in this. I

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Remembering 911
- Authored by: Cathie Maglio

Remembering 911

We promised to NEVER FORGET JFYNet staff remembering that fateful day. Paula Paris September 11, 2001, was a day that changed the narrative of life in the United States as we once knew it. Wars were always fought somewhere else. The attacks on the World Trade Center and the Pentagon,

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Deeper Learning, A springboard to recovery and acceleration
- Authored by: Eileen Wedegartner

Deeper Learning

A springboard to recovery and acceleration by Eileen Wedegartner As schools prepare to open their doors next month, hopes are high for a return to a “normal” year where students can be in school consistently for face-to-face learning. From the President down to parents and students, everyone recognizes the value

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Visible Learning for Accelerated Achievement
- Authored by: Eileen Wedegartner

Visible Learning for Accelerated Achievement

by Eileen Wedegartner How language and mindset empower teachers and impact students In 2016, I enrolled in a Sheltered English Immersion (SEI) Endorsement class for teachers offered by the state. The professor mentioned two books by Douglas Fisher, Nancy Frey and John Hattie, one for ELA and the other for

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Early College Serves Students and Employers
- Authored by: Eileen Wedegartner

Early College Serves Students and Employers

by Eileen Wedegartner Lowering the barriers to opportunity The need for a workforce with strong technical skills continues to grow in Massachusetts. Boston’s skyline, the Seaport, Kendall Square, Longwood, Kenmore Square and the spreading biotech campuses along 95 and 495 give tangible evidence of this need. The drivers of the

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