The rules of the world are changing. It is time for the rules of teaching and teachers' work to change with them.

A first class system of early childhood education is the hallmark of a caring and civilized society.

Students become good learners when they are in the classes of teachers who are good learners.

Strong professional communities risk and sometimes relish conflict.

We need standards with flexibility, not standardization with force if we are to get the best from our teachers.

Blame and betrayal are the emotional enemies of improvement.

Leadership is the cigarette that's smoked once the change has been consummated.