Airing February 13, 2014. WRFA Public Affairs Director Jason Sample talks with Anne Geronimo, regional representative of New York State United Teachers, who works with more than 7500 NYSUT members from throughout Chautauqua, Cattaraugus and Allegany Counties.
Geronimo discusses several issues affecting educators in New York State, including the Common Core and related standardized tests.
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Very good interview Jason. It was very informative as far as many concerned I have with the common core. I have a daughter, a niece and a nephew who are teachers. Their concerns ego that of Ms. Geronimo. Our granddaughter was so afraid to take the standardize test, because she was afraid if she did not do well on them her teachers would get fired.
The whole common core issue once again is proof that the government needs to stop trying to micro-manage every aspect of our lives and do their jobs.
Thank you for doing this interview and sharing it with the public!