This is the second of our updates on the Empowering Effective Teachers initiative of the Hillsborough County Public Schools.  Progress continues at the school district and is being regularly reported on in the press.  We'll be sharing links to articles in the "Staying Connected" section of the update (below).  If you come across resources, please forward those to us. 

Here's a resource that Community Engagement Group (CEG) member Jim Fortson shared with us.  I think you'll find it a nice perspective on what makes for a great teacher from The Atlantic.

What Makes a Great Teacher?

For years, the secrets to great teaching have seemed more like alchemy than science, a mix of motivational mumbo jumbo and misty-eyed tales of inspiration and dedication. But for more than a decade, one organization has been tracking hundreds of thousands of kids, and looking at why some teachers can move them three grade levels ahead in a year and others can't.    Read the article ...