Recently, there is much buzzing about teacher competency and the impact on teaching, learning and school conditions. To maintain diversity and high quality education will require more support and appropriate professional development for teachers. Good teachers cannot be replaced with technology or charter schools. We must bring teachers forward by helping them to redefine themselves in an age of constant change. Teachers must be encouraged to develop a fearless and confident approach to teaching in new ways. I have never met one teacher that intentionally wanted to fail or see their students fail. So what is the answer? Every teacher and student has a right to learn. Lets help teachers become learners again using the tools, strategies and habits of mind that support success in the classroom. We must get teachers involved, hear their voices, let them share with leadership in decision-making about their future.
