Somewhere along the way the politicians have decided that experienced teachers have less to offer than their newer colleagues. Without experienced teachers, who would these new teachers have to mentor them through the difficult, early years of their professional careers. Each and every teacher has those who have come before them to thank for the skills that they employee daily in their classrooms. Mayor Bloomberg equates young teachers with energy and passion in his propaganda...these are not the sole province of the newer teachers these are the traits of all good educators.
Read the press release from New York State United Teachers President Richard Iannuzzi for more on the topic.
"NYSUT reacts to Senate bill on layoffs." March 01, 2011. NYSUT: A Union of Professionals. www.nysut.org
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