What Educators Want for Christmas (In no particular order)

1)   More contact time with students (less administrivia).

2)   Fewer intrusions form the federal and state governments.

3)   Adequate books and supplies for ALL students.

4)   More respect from parents and the community.

5)   Adequate building security and safety.

6)   A professional ‘s salary.

7)   Opportunities for field experiences for students

8)   Optimal class size (in some states it's negotiable- in others it is dictated by state constitution.)

9)   A realistic school district budget

10)  A truly “education US President” in 2016

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year

C.2015 J. Margolis