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February 4, 2008
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January 28, 2008
Monday Post @ johnknoxwhite.com
New server, revised URL (www.JohnKnoxWhite.com), same info
New post available now (and forever more).
January 25, 2008
Friday’s Post on Stop Drop and Roll - NEW URL
Don’t forget, we’ve switched servers (AND URL’s): www.johnknoxwhite.com
January 24, 2008
Stop the WordPresses!
I’ve officially switched Servers and my URL has changed to WWW.JohnKnoxWhite.com officially. (no more wordpress in the URL if you were using it!)
You can get the new RSS feed here.
January 23, 2008
You betta work!
Have a few hours this Saturday (1/26) to help build a house for someone in need? Want to get involved in an affordable housing project that lacks the angst surrounding Measure A? Then you’re in luck!
Habitat for Humanity is having a Alameda Community Work party on Saturday. (more…)
January 22, 2008
5 questions for the school board to ask tonight
The Renaissance Leadership Academy will have its first public hearing tonight at the board. There will be no vote for another month or so, but this is the time to gather information ahead of that time.
I hope the board will ask: (more…)
January 21, 2008
MLK - 40 years on
It seems a little wrong to wish someone a happy MLK day. Though today is a celebration of his birth, this year being the 40-year anniversary of his death seems to make “celebration” a word that is out of touch. If you have today off, I hope it’s a good one. For some reason, MLK is probably the most meaningful federal holiday that we have. My feelings remind me of the intense personal celebrations of St. Patrick’s day and Columbus day in NY (and the Dominican and Puerto Rican Pride Parades as well), all are days in which intense personal connection to a larger community consumes a huge segment of society and all differences are set aside for one day of celebration and pride. (more…)
January 18, 2008
Quick thoughts on Charter Schools in Alameda
I had lunch with a friend the other day. A supporter of charter schools in general, and possibly a supporter of the upcoming Renaissance Leadership charter application.
As one who has always subscribed to the idea that different kids learn differently, and therefore we should teach kids in different ways, I think I might be a natural ally of charters. (more…)
January 17, 2008
Pity the poor tortured soul
So I’ve started reading the East Bay Express on a semi-regular basis. Every so often there’s an item of interest and the news rack in right in front of my office, and it’s free. It’s win-win-win!
I open it up yesterday and the lead letter to the editor is from an old friend. (more…)
