Author Archives: Mike Bock

Humanity Is On A Wire — In The Future, Education Will Seek To Develop Character More Than Intellect

The documentary film, “Man on Wire,” tells about Philippe Petit’s 1974 stunning high wire walk between New York’s Twin Trade Towers.  Petit, and his accomplices, without the approval or knowledge of the authorities, managed to secure a wire between the … Continue reading

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Schools Of The Future Will Center On Development Of Virtue, The Whole Person

About the death of Osama bin Laden, Secretary of State Hillary Clinton said, “Justice has been served.” Hillary made a nice speech defending this scene of death and destruction. But, I think a blogger, Jimmy Spencer Jr., asks a question … Continue reading

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In 2012, Schools Will Lose State Revenue Worth $413 Per Student, On Average, In Montgomery County

The OEA website shows how the Kasich budget will impact each school district.  Because this budget has no Federal stimulus monies (SFSF Stimulus), reduces or eliminates state money used to replace the Tangible Property Tax (TPP) and Utility tax replacement … Continue reading

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