As I continue to contemplate the significance of Virginia’s Accountability and Accreditation System, I am compelled to consider the knowledge and skills a high school graduate should possess. My perspective is based on my own observations as a highly seasoned school leader. While I am fortunate to have had the opportunity to study extensively as... Read More
The Dallas Cowboys devastating end to their “magical” season will be debated until their next playoff appearance. But, one thing is without doubt. Jerry Jones will go to his grave wondering what if. What if he had shown the guts to stand by the player he had built the entire team around? What if he... Read More
Are Danville students learning? Last time, I provided a brief historical overview of Virginia’s Accountability and Accreditation System in an effort to help our readers understand the “hubbub” around school accreditation. My goal ultimately, is to inform the public about what it all means. The Virginia Board of Education revised the Standard of Accreditation in... Read More
Understanding school accreditation — accountability can be both confusing and daunting to many who are trying to understand how school performance is rated. Most of us simply want to know if our schools are succeeding and how to measure progress. The terms “accreditation” and “accountability” are often used interchangeably to describe school performance, but the... Read More