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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...
Rick Joseph
Jun 5, 20202 min read
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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...
Rick Joseph
Mar 23, 20203 min read
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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...
Rick Joseph
Mar 20, 20202 min read
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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...
Rick Joseph
Mar 18, 20202 min read
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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...
Rick Joseph
Jun 24, 20184 min read
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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...
Rick Joseph
May 8, 20173 min read
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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...
Rick Joseph
Jul 27, 20162 min read
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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...
Rick Joseph
Jun 17, 20162 min read
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Shawono Center Provides Stability
What stereotypes do you associate with juvenile detention centers? Inhumane conditions? Sexual abuse? Hopelessness and despair? As...
Rick Joseph
Jun 15, 20163 min read
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Endurance Through it All
Detroit Collegiate Preparatory High School at Northwestern endures. Despite the challenges surrounding Detroit Public Schools, DCP at...
Rick Joseph
Jun 10, 20162 min read
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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...
Rick Joseph
Jun 8, 20162 min read
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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...
Rick Joseph
Jun 1, 20163 min read
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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...
Rick Joseph
May 31, 20162 min read
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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...
Rick Joseph
May 23, 20162 min read
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Congratulations, MTOY, Tracy Horodyski!
Congratulations to Tracy Horodyski, Michigan Teacher of the Year 2017! Tracy is an extremely talented early elementary educator. Not only...
Rick Joseph
May 20, 20162 min read
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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...
Rick Joseph
May 16, 20162 min read
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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...
Rick Joseph
May 6, 20162 min read
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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...
Rick Joseph
Apr 27, 20162 min read
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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...
Rick Joseph
Apr 25, 20162 min read
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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...
Rick Joseph
Apr 25, 20162 min read
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