A student at KIPP Believe in New Orleans is brutally murdered. John pays his respects and looks at the bigger picture.
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This blog is written by John Merrow, veteran education reporter for PBS, NPR, and dozens of national publications. He is President of Learning Matters, a 501(c)(3) media production company based in New York and focused on education. He is also the author of The Influence of Teachers.
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The Influence of Teachers
The Influence of Teachers, John Merrow's newest book, is available via Amazon.
Check out the official book site for discussion guides and more!
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John on Twitter
- The Obama administration's attacks on the press remind me of Nixon at his worst. Petty and mean-spirited are words that come to mind. about 14 hours ago from web
- #Madmen. Sad to say, the show has jumped the shark. Not one character is even likable, let alone lovable. No longer worth watching! about 14 hours ago from web
- Teacher’s resignation video: ‘Everything I loved about teaching is extinct’ http://t.co/1kafUPtJib PLEASE WATCH 01:47:39 PM May 24, 2013 from Tweet Button

