You had to know that if any education commenter could make himself heard from beyond the grave, it would be Gerald Bracey. He was working on his 18th annual Report on the Condition of Public Education when he passed away last month. It’s out today. It focuses on three specific reform ideas: Mayoral control of school districts; the idea that “high-quality” schools can eliminate the achievement gap; and the push for higher standards to improve the performance of public schools. It will surprise no one familiar with Bracey’s work to learn he finds each policy prescription wanting.
Agree with him, disagree with him, but it was impossible to ignore him. Still is.
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