When we consider the fact that less than 2 percent of teachers are Black men, it should sound the alarm not just for what this absence means to public education, but what it means to the overall idea of public service. Not only are the schools struggling with recruitment and retention, but the same is true with police departments and the military. Public service still remains an honor, despite the fact less people are willing to do serve.
America s construction industry needs more workers, and a labor union has a program to encourage high school students to make it their future career. The Laborers International Union of North America s four-year program allows students to explore a curriculum including real-life, job-related activities and industry projects. Matthew Gonzales, business manager for Laborers Local 1095, said the collaboration with San Antonio s Sam Houston High School allows students to receive applied academic, work, and life skills providing them with a solid foundation. .
A Pennsylvania high school has created a space in its library that s fostering learning and creativity that benefit students and educators. Manheim Township High School is the only school in the district that is equipped with a media production studio designed for the students to use their talents to produce podcasts. High School Librarian Karen Leisey said podcasting is an extra activity that can be used in the curriculum, but it s not a requirement. .