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James Monroe Multicultural Celebration

Posted on April 17, 2012 by jsduarte | Permalink 0

JMAC2012programfinalWORDJames Monroe Multicultural Action Committee had its 2nd annual Community Outreach Celebration on March 28. We had over 175 people attend, we all enjoyed the celebration of the various cultures at JM through food, dance, song, performances and motivational speeches. … Continue reading →
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Day 2 Day

China for second grade

Posted on March 5, 2012 by jsduarte | Permalink 0

This is part of the presentation that Dr. Ostlund and I will give to 240 second graders on March 9. please view and enjoy.
China2ndGRADEpresentation
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Learning Reflections

Application of Policy

Posted on March 5, 2012 by jsduarte | Permalink 0

As a building level administrator, I exist as policy enforcer. Policy formulation is primarily the task of central office administrators. Central office administrators formulate a policy and building level administrators apply and enforce policy. A couple of years ago, our … Continue reading → Read more »

Learning Reflections

The vote is in…

Posted on February 14, 2012 by jsduarte | Permalink 0

I previewed some of the policy considerations of this vote in my blog yesterday. The Virginia House of Delegates voted 55-43 Monday to eliminate seniority-based job protections for public school teachers, a measure pushed by Gov. Robert F. McDonnell (R) … Continue reading → Read more »

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Policy Implications

Posted on February 13, 2012 by jsduarte | Permalink 0

Today the Virginia General Assembly will vote on a bill to eliminate continuing contracts.   Please read the article: http://www2.timesdispatch.com/news/commentary/2012/feb/12/tdcomm03-teacher-contract-change-makes-tough-job-h-ar-1680212/    I am very interested in your opinions with regard to:   How will the policy be implemented, more specifically, in … Continue reading → Read more »

Learning Reflections

Joe Paterno December 21, 1926-January 22, 2012

Posted on January 23, 2012 by jsduarte | Permalink 0

Joe Paterno, the legendary Penn State football coach passed away early Sunday evening of lung cancer. He became the winningest coach in major college football history in 2011 with 409 victories. However, his firing over a child sex scandal has … Continue reading → Read more »

Day 2 Day

China Presentation for Fredericksburg City School Board

Posted on January 12, 2012 by jsduarte | Permalink 1

Dr. Ostlund and I presented a PowerPoint/video montage to the Fredericksburg City School Board on January 9, 2012. The presentation was well received and marked the beginning of a partnership with Educational Tours.  I have placed a truncated version on … Continue reading → Read more »

Learning Reflections

Back from my trip to China!!!

Posted on November 6, 2011 by jsduarte | Permalink 0

I arrived from my trip from China early Thursday morning–still getting over jet lag. The education system in China has both successes and challenges similar to our education system. Additionally, the training for teachers and administrators is in its early … Continue reading → Read more »

Examined Life in Death?

Posted on August 24, 2011 by jsduarte | Permalink 0

Are we in the process of examining ourselves in our EdD classes ? Are we in the process of learning how to die? Please listen to Cornel West and blog your thoughts. Thanks.

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Cornel West, Educational Reform

Chapter 4 Reframing organizations: Artistry, choice, and leadership

Posted on August 9, 2011 by jsduarte | Permalink 0

This is a funny video and a great illustration of chapter 4 in Reframing organizations. Hope you enjoy the video.

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