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“Political Porridge: Too Hot, Too Cold, Or Just Plain Empty?”

Posted on August 4, 2012 by Alex Simmons Says

 Recently when asked (via a Facebook posting) … “As succinctly as you can, and with no partisan chest beating, tell me what you think are the greatest issues facing America this election season?” I replied … “Impaired politicians, corporate controlled … Continue reading →

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AUNTY-HERO WHO? OR …

Posted on August 3, 2012 by Alex Simmons Says

“Can Good Be Good, For Goodness Sake?” Okay, I’m from the long johns era of heroes – Batman, Superman, Spiderman, and many, many more.  When these folks get together it like an adult pajama party with folks substituting rays, beams, … Continue reading →

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NEVER UNDERESTIMATE A CHILD’S CAPACITY TO COMPREHEND – Part 2

Posted on July 30, 2012 by Alex Simmons Says

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“A Lesson in Jr. Junior Journalism, or Tiny Tots Can Teach You, Too” Impish is a great word. It suggests a playful trait, with just a dash of – you could be a pain if you worked at it. My … Continue reading →

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NEVER UNDERESTIMATE A CHILD’S CAPACITY TO COMPREHEND – Part 1

Posted on July 26, 2012 by Alex Simmons Says

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Several years ago I decided to develop a journalism workshop based on my years of interviewing people for various stories and articles, etc.  It took me two month or so to workout a curriculum that would make a writing program … Continue reading →

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There Is No One Way

Posted on July 22, 2012 by Alex Simmons Says

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Recently, a teacher friend of mine responded to an article I shared with her. “Kids learn in many different ways as I’ve experienced firsthand. While I understand the appeal of a self-directed approach I wonder how that is implemented. At … Continue reading →

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Equal Is Equal?

Posted on July 1, 2012 by Alex Simmons Says

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ARE WE PREPARING KIDS FOR ANYTHING OTHER THAN DEPENDENCY? July 1, 2012 Now and then I find myself wondering what kids are being taught about earning their way through life. Recently, I was in a school hallway listening to more than … Continue reading →

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Crossroads: Making Smart Choices in A Difficult Place, at A Crucial Time

Posted on June 30, 2012 by Alex Simmons Says

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June 26, 2012 I was privileged to be one of 2 keynote speakers at the Crossroads middle school graduation ceremonies.  What made this different from other school ceremonies I’ve attended is that these students are incarcerated. Crossroads is part of … Continue reading →

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