Large, Boyce, Gilyard, Aronson, and hooks

Jerry Large’s column, “Gift of grit, curiosity help kids Succeed”, talks about the upbringing of children.  According to Wikipedia, grit is defined as “perseverance and passion for long-term goals.”  He says, “A big part of character is overcoming failure.  Too much adversity is bad, but so is too little, which doesn’t allow a child to build grit.”

Barry Boyce’s “A Real Education” speaks about mindfulness.  "Mindfulness practices can increase people’s awareness of their own emotions and their ability to regulate them.  This can make it possible for them to reduce feelings of depression and anxiety.”

Keith Gilyard commentary, “Children, Arts and Du Bois” is centered around the arts.  Towards the end of the article he states, "One of the best ends to have in view is that of the humanities as a widely recognized and amply funded force for the common good.  Creative arts programs are integral to this vision.”

Deb Aronson’s  “Arizona Bans Mexican American Studies Program:  It was never about what we were doing, it was about who we are.” Relays a story about how a program that was doing great things for schools was cut.

bell hooks, “Teaching Critical Thinking: Practical Wisdom” talks about how critical thinkers come in many different packages, each with important views to share.