Brian Betts was a charismatic middle school principal in Washington, DC. A one-of-a-kind educator, Brian was beloved by students and colleagues alike. He talks about leadership and more in this interview.
Looming problems threaten to derail Michelle Rhee's large reform efforts in Washington, DC. Tensions are rising and stakes are high.
After two years of Michelle Rhee's efforts is education better in Washington, DC? We try to find out In our tenth episode in this series.
Michelle Rhee's media presence is affecting her pursuit of a revolutionary new teachers' contract.
Can a failing school system be reformed just by hiring the "right people"? Michelle Rhee seems to think so.
Ongoing series chronicles Michelle Rhee's reform efforts in Washington, DC.
Michelle Rhee has completed her first year as DC Schools Chancellor and she's had some challenges along the way.
At the end of her first year on the job, Michelle Rhee continues to face serious challenges.
Teachers in Washington, DC are nervous—and with good reason. Many schools are scheduled to be closed, and more are likely to undergo big changes.
When Michelle Rhee assumed control of Washington, DC's public schools, she expected her direct, no-nonsense approach to stir things up.
