It took a smart and savvy Governor of Minnesota to figure out that Teach for America'scurrent funding strategy is not fiscally responsible for states. Governor Mark Daytonand his staff did their homework. When they learned that TFA had $350 million in assets, he questioned why precious funds from Minnesota should go into an already well-funded program. It is refreshing to know that there is at least one politician who is not blinded by the Madison Avenue branding of Teach for America.
I love the concept of young people doing public service in our public schools, but I continue to be appalled that these young people are the teachers of record for America's most vulnerable children. While the original mission of Teach for America is well-intended, the TFA business plan is wrong for public schools---despite being touted by Wall Street.
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