Vouchers and Public Education

Vouchers in Louisiana - By Joey Lehrman

In a debate focused on a local parish but with implications for the entire state, residents, teachers, students, teachers, and parents and pressed to discuss the pros and cons of a voucher system, which uses public funds to pay private school tuition for students.  As part of the School Choice system the state has been transitioning to for the past few years, proponents suggest it provides unprecedented educational opportunities for students that would otherwise be destined to a poor education at struggling schools.  Administrators in the public system, content, however, that the system only drains more resources from an already deprived system and isn't a scalable solution for all students in the state.

http://www.nola.com/education/index.ssf/2012/10/voucher_law_being_questioned_i.html

The most recent debate has found its way to Tangipaha Parish, where a federal judge will soon enter the dialogue.  At the very least, we must be informed!  Read on and please share your comments!

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Joey Lehrman,
New Orleans, LA
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Joey Lehrman and Hurricane Isaac

Joey Lehrman and Hurricane Isaac

As residents continue the recovery from Hurricane Isaac in late August, the Times Picayune is continuing its coverage of the victims in the aftermath.

http://www.nola.com/hurricane/index.ssf/2012/10/hurricane_isaac_drowing_victim.html

Having lived through many of the hurricanes to impact the region over the last 50+ years, it is incredible to see how any storm, no matter the size, affects the livelihood in the Gulf Coast.

As always, we thank you for your support!

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Joey Lehrman and the Aftermath of Isaac

Joey Lehrman and the Aftermath of Isaac

While clearly not as devastating as Hurricane Katrina, the wrath of Isaac is still being felt in communities around the Gulf Coast region:

http://www.nola.com/hurricane/index.ssf/2012/10/hurricane_isaac_work_continues.html#incart_river_default

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Joey Lehrman and New Orleans Teachers

Joey Lehrman and New Orleans Teachers

An interesting move from public school teachers in Louisiana:

http://www.nola.com/politics/index.ssf/2012/09/efforts_to_recall_jindal_kleck.html

Again, as a former teacher, when these issues arise, I must ask: are teachers pressing issues that promote students interests, or are they just trying to protect their own jobs?

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Joey Lehrman and Isaac Damages

Joey Lehrman and Isaac Damages

It's official; New Orleans is back online after the storm.  After days (or weeks) in darkness, Entergy has finally restored power to nearly every customer in the region.

So what was the total cost of the storm: how about $500 million?  And that's just Entergy's shares.

http://www.nola.com/business/index.ssf/2012/09/isaac_damages_could_cost_enter.html#incart_river_default

This begs the question: how do hurricanes affect the local economy?  It may seem obvious that the it's adverse; but, think about how much people consume in preparation for the storm.  Gas.  Food.  Bottled water.  Generators which sell for upwards of $1,000 per unit.

Perhaps the answer lies somewhere in the middle; some industries struggle (tourism) while others boom (gas).

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Joey Lehrman - Prepare for Hurricane Isaac

Joey Lehrman says Prepare for Hurricane Isaac

As I’m sure most people are aware by now, Hurricane Isaac will likely strike the Gulf Coast as a Category 1 hurricane in the coming days.  As always, please take the necessary precautions to ensure a safe evacuation or home-stay, depending on you and your loved ones plans.  For last-second evacuation tips, check out NOLA.com’s coverage here.

Also, for the latest storm updates, tune in to NOLA.com’s consistent and award-winning online coverage.

And in case you missed it (and as a former teacher), all schools in the area (including most universities) are closed through at least this Wednesday.

I will also do my best to be in touch with my followers through the storm joeylehrman.blogspot.com, as I ride it out from my New Orleans residence!  Good luck and be safe!

Sincerely,

Joey Lehrman
New Orleans, LA

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From New Orleans to Mars? With Joey Lehrman!

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From New Orleans to Mars?

Posted on August 8, 2012 

How will NASA’s latest triumph affect us in New Orleans?  At the very least, I wish I were still a teacher because what an opportunity to inspire students than to show a video of us landing on Mars!  After 40 years in the classrooms, it is moments like this that always proved the most engaging.

As far as from Mars to New Orleans, hopefully one day we will be able to forge an extraordinary student exchange program!

http://www.nola.com/science/index.ssf/2012/08/nasa_mission_provides_travelog.html#incart_river_default

~ Joey Lehrman
New Orleans, Louisiana

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