California PTA Trying To Bounce Back From Election Fiasco
The California PTA made some horrible miscalculations leading to the November, 2012 elections (seeCalifornia PTA Sets Back Parent Engagement Efforts In State) and, though they have a long way to go, it appears to me they are making some good moves to rebuild their credibility.
They seem to be having some success with a School Smarts program, though I think it can be improved.
They are also working on taking advantage of parent involvement requirements in the new California
A Lesson on the Common Core is a good short and sweat summary of the Common Core for parents. It’s by Jessica Lahey, and appeared in The New York Times. I’m adding it to The Best Resources For Talking To Parents About The Common Core Standards.
