Inspired by Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s dream for all people to walk together in peace and harmony, the Oscar Thomas Foundation (OTF) board members, advisors, and friends set out to nominate Keepers of the Dream, 10 of the community’s great leaders and peacemakers -- doctors, attorneys, politicians, volunteers, philanthropists, educators, mentors, and entrepreneurs. Through ...

Educators sound off on strategies to improve FCAT performance; rectify attendance & other socioeconomic issues

According to Miami-based educator Benjamin Cowins Sr., PH.D — who recently released an extensive research study entitled: A Report on Public Senior High Schools: The Average Daily Attendance, FCAT Performance Grades & the Socioeconomic Factor...