Showing up!

Connecticut teachers have created a new Facebook group called Showing Up.  Its mission:

When Governor Malloy launched his education reform bill last month, he stated that all Connecticut teachers have to do to get tenure is to “just show up for four years.” This sets the wrong tone for a true debate about education reform. 
The reality is that teachers “show up” every day in a multitude of ways, both inside and outside of the classroom. "Showing Up" means more than just being present; it means being an active participant who shapes life. Take a moment to let us all know how you "showed up" today, how a teacher "showed up" for your child, or how a teacher "showed up" for you.

Let's reshape the tone of the national conversation about education to one that recognizes the value and integrity of the teaching profession and the importance of educator input in meaningful change.
Let's reshape the tone of the national conversation about education to one that recognizes the value and integrity of the teaching profession and the importance of educator input in meaningful change.

 Join the group, add your story and repost some of the positive comments to your wall.  Let's show people what we really do.