Author Archives: Mike Bock

“What Is The Purpose, The Aim Of Public Education?” — Every School Board Candidate Should Answer

Posted on September 1, 2009 by Mike Bock

In on-going commentary, Dan and Duane have identified themselves as “New Earth” creationists, who believe the earth is 6000 old. I called this view an anti-science, astonishing, view to hold in 2009. Eric asks, “Do Dan and Duane’s kids need … Continue reading →

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What Quality Guru W. Edward Deming Had To Say About Reforming and Improving Public Education

Posted on August 30, 2009 by Mike Bock

In 1992 I was a teacher member of the “Quality Committee” for West Carrollton Schools. Our goal was to study Total Quality Management and make recommendation of how to incorporate its principles in West Carrollton. As part of this study, … Continue reading →

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Dayton Daily News Takes Cheap Shot At Kettering Schools

Posted on August 28, 2009 by Mike Bock

The Dayton Daily News today weighed in on the big penalty given to Kettering Schools by Ohio’s Department of Education (ODE) in the latest State Report Card. The spirit and substance of the DDN editorial is captured in its title, … Continue reading →