Joanne JacobsJul 16, 20181 minBroward: ‘Promise’ didn’t enable shooter to buy gunsBroward County’s PROMISE program, which diverts misbehaving students from the criminal-justice system, didn’t enable a former student...
Joanne JacobsJun 4, 20182 minColumbine copycatsThe Columbine killers have “inspired” a wave of teen-age boys and young men to attack schools, colleges and other easy targets, reports...
Joanne JacobsMay 14, 20182 minEducating citizensPublic schools are supposed to developed engaged, informed citizens — not just prep kids for college and careers, notes Fordham fellow...
Joanne JacobsApr 20, 20182 minMental illness in school: What can teachers do?A high school teacher might see eight to 30 students a day with serious mental health issues such as bipolar disorder, depression and...