by David SafierFolks in the Catalina Foothills School District are rallying to save teachers they might lose because of budget cuts. That's good. They want to do it by raising $1.3 million in private donations. That's understandable, but it's a huge step backward. This is the "rich schools get fewer cuts" option. The district's foundation … Read more
by David SafierWant to see what's wrong with our education system and today's youth? Nothing could be easier. Low test scores, high drop out rates, drug deals in the cafeteria — you name it, we've got it. Even worse, Socrates is corrupting the youth of Athens. Oh wait, that's reaching a little too far, back, … Read more
by David SafierSupporters of private school tuition tax credits can get a little testy when you call the credits "vouchers," "back door vouchers" or, as they're referred to in the title of a recently published book, "neovouchers." Supporters know that's what they are, but they also know vouchers have been ruled unconstitutional in many states, … Read more
by David SafierAccording to reports, Jan Brewer is planning to call a special session to increase tax credits for private schools. The details are vague at this point, but the talking point is crystal clear. The state Supreme Court ruled that Arizona's vouchers for disabled students and children living in foster homes were unconstitutional — … Read more
by David Safier The Star had an editorial today, Slippery slope: State's education reputation at risk. But there's another slippery slope here, and it has nothing to do with education. It's the slope Republicans may be sliding down as they alienate more and more of their natural supporters. If they keep slipping, 2010 could find … Read more