Joe Rodriguez oral history transcript
Title
Joe Rodriguez oral history transcript
Description
A transcript of an oral history of Joe Rodriguez on Century High School and recent events such as the Iraq War and budget cuts. Mr. Rodriguez felt the war in Iraq provided opportunities for meaningful discussions for students, and teachers in the social studies classes. The bulk of the interview discusses the state’s school funding cut that led to the district removing 17 days from the academic calendar. During the interview, Mr. Rodriguez expresses his thoughts on the opening of Liberty High School. He states that it will be an expense that in the long run is good for the school district. The Waiver vote ended with all four high schools voting to be on block scheduling, allowing more time in the classroom for each class. he also explains concern about the “No Child Left Behind” act for three reasons: Firstly – it is minimally funded by the federal government, Second – it is being mandated in a way that is counter productive to public schools, and Third – it is done in isolation, there is no cohesive program.
Creator
Rodriguez, Joe
Is Part Of
Century High School Project
Subject
Education
Place
Hillsboro (Or.)
Extent
1 vol.
Language
English
Identifier
WCM_OH_124
Rights
In Copyright
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Source
Five Oaks Museum
Type
Text