Strike Back
Background: Detroit teachers are threatening to strike if they don't get their way for the next contract. DPS emergency manager needs to be prepared and act decisively.
Robert Bobb needs to be prepared if the teachers strike. On Day 1 of the strike, fire all the teachers. In advance, prepare for a nationwide marketing campaign that seeks to draw teachers to Detroit with an innovative contract that focuses on merit pay and performance. Allow fired teachers to apply for new positions. Re-hire the good ones. Plan for a school year that runs from January 2 through August 30.
Reforming Detroit schools need bold action that focuses on the needs of the kids. Bobb is cleaning house in the administrative offices. A strike would be his opportunity to do the same from an instructional point.
[Online Comment - The Detroit News. Posted 04/30/2009.]
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