Rick Joseph
Michigan Teacher of the Year Network Statement of Solidarity
(June 5, 2020) ––The Michigan Teacher of the Year Network (MTOY Network) released the following statement today: The Michigan Teacher of...
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Rick Joseph
- Mar 23, 2020
- 3 min
COVID-19 Presents Opportunity for Real Education Reform
The spotlight that has been cast on the challenges of educating children in equitable and meaningful ways during the COVID-19 school...
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Rick Joseph
- Mar 20, 2020
- 2 min
Keep School Employees Paid
The Michigan Teacher of the Year Network supports a bipartisan solution to keep school employees paid and forgive school districts for...
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Rick Joseph
- Mar 18, 2020
- 2 min
We Need a Nationwide Assessment Waiver
As students and their families face the uncertainty of a prolonged school shut down, the Michigan Teacher of the Year (MTOY) Network...
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Rick Joseph
- Jun 24, 2018
- 4 min
Why I Love a Good Political Discussion on Facebook
It seems I get more likes when I post a picture of my dog on Facebook than when I post an article about an issue that is of serious...
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Rick Joseph
- May 8, 2017
- 3 min
Raise Your Voice!
You Have a Voice! Let it Be Heard. It’s time to start a new conversation. One that is real. One that is relevant and much needed. It’s...
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Rick Joseph
- Jul 27, 2016
- 2 min
Bill Bowles - Master Media Specialist
Bill Bowles is an ambassador for all that is good about public education. A gifted educator, Mr. Bowles just concluded over 20 years with...
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Rick Joseph
- Jun 17, 2016
- 2 min
A New Attitude at Mumford Blue
I was greeted at the door of the English class the same way I had been met at the other three rooms I visited. An eager, very polite 9th...
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Rick Joseph
- Jun 15, 2016
- 3 min
Shawono Center Provides Stability
What stereotypes do you associate with juvenile detention centers? Inhumane conditions? Sexual abuse? Hopelessness and despair? As...
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Rick Joseph
- Jun 10, 2016
- 2 min
Endurance Through it All
Detroit Collegiate Preparatory High School at Northwestern endures. Despite the challenges surrounding Detroit Public Schools, DCP at...
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Rick Joseph
- Jun 8, 2016
- 2 min
Coleman Young Elementary Empowers Learners
Coleman A. Young Elementary School is the kind of caring community where kids are encouraged to reach their highest potential. What...
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Rick Joseph
- Jun 1, 2016
- 3 min
Literacy in Two Languages: Being Bilingual is Better
How many languages do you speak? Chances are, if you are like many native-born Americans - the answer is a resounding...one. Only...
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Rick Joseph
- May 31, 2016
- 2 min
Service Creates Community at RSLA
At Redford Service Learning Academy students appreciate the community that is forged through service to others. What they also learn to...
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Rick Joseph
- May 23, 2016
- 2 min
Newberry - Where Resilience and Community Flourish
If I were to consider a definition of community spirit, I need look no further than the atmosphere at Newberry Elementary and High...
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Rick Joseph
- May 20, 2016
- 2 min
Congratulations, MTOY, Tracy Horodyski!
Congratulations to Tracy Horodyski, Michigan Teacher of the Year 2017! Tracy is an extremely talented early elementary educator. Not only...
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Rick Joseph
- May 16, 2016
- 2 min
Goal Setting for Success in Clawson
I was very fortunate to have the opportunity to return to Clawson High School to facilitate a goal setting experience with English...
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Rick Joseph
- May 6, 2016
- 2 min
Washington Week - Wow!
When I first found out I would be the Michigan Teacher of the Year, I was certainly excited about the opportunity to join my TOY...
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Rick Joseph
- Apr 27, 2016
- 2 min
Grand Traverse Academy Feels Like Family
I had the pleasure of spending a full day with the students and educators at Grand Traverse Academy in Traverse City. GTA is the kind of...
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Rick Joseph
- Apr 25, 2016
- 2 min
Lots to Love about Lakeview
Community pride. As a visitor to Lakeview Elementary School in Negaunee, I was struck by the intense passion for learning at the school...
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Rick Joseph
- Apr 25, 2016
- 2 min
The Power of Powell Township
Powell Township is power. The power of community. The power of individualized attention. The power of belonging. There are 43 students in...
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