There was a time when I was not a fan not because of his politics but because I heard from George Schmidt he supported some of the early tenets of ed deform (who knows, maybe because of his politics). But so did Ravitch, et al and we don't hold political grudges. You know how much I respect George's opinion and given the success of the Chicago Teachers Union with pretty much all progressive forces uniting behind them, there is a good sense of unity all around. So I am really hoping to get out of my Sandy shell and make it to this event.
Now given this Ayers' open letter to Obama, I'm concerned about how Sarah Pallin will handle this obvious break.
Please join us and share with those who would likely be interested.
In An Open Letter to President Obama,
Bill Ayers writes,
“Education is a fundamental human right, not a product. In a free
society education
is based on a common faith in the incalculable value of every human being; it’s
constructed on the principle that the fullest development of all is the
condition for the full development of each, and, conversely, that the fullest
development of each is the condition for the full development of all. Further,
while schooling in every totalitarian society on earth foregrounds obedience
and conformity, education in a democracy emphasizes initiative, courage,
imagination, and entrepreneurship in order to encourage students to develop
minds of their own. “
On
Tuesday, December 4, join educational theorist, Bill Ayers, for an informal
conversation about the current state of education in America, and how advocates,
activists, concerned parents, teachers, students and citizens can respond.
How can those affected by the current policies and the Ed Reform agenda
push back and save public education? How can those on the receiving end
of such policies organize and come together as a united force? What
is happening in other cities, like Chicago,
that can be an inspiration to others? What is a vision and a
pedagogically sound alternative that will lead to a just society?
Change the Stakes invites you to join Bill Ayers as he shares his knowledge
and experience. We look forward to discussing and creating ways to change
the course of education as he has requested of President Obama. What will
these next four years look like for education and how can we help influence
them?
Tuesday, December 4
from 5.30-7.30
The Performance
Studies studio @ NYU*
721 Broadway, 6th
floor
(*BRING PHOTO ID)
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