Letter to the Editor
Learning by doing
When I was instructing future teachers at Temple University, one of the standards I tried to instill was to use real-world experiences to help students understand concepts better. In other words, learn...
Letter to the Editor
A super productive life
It was awe-inspiring to read Tom Waring’s comprehensive report on the life and accomplishments of recently departed columnist Tom Cardella (“Remembering Tom Cardella,” June 28). Talk about a super productive life!
It...
Letters to the Editor
Rest in peace, Tom Cardella
It was with deep regret that I learned of the passing of iconic columnist Tom Cardella. I have many memories of exchanging ideas and opinions with Tom through the editorial...
Gone Dancing
Note: The Review will be re-publishing this column, which originally appeared on March 1, in this week's edition. It was a particular favorite of Fran Cardella, Tom's widow.
Everybody dreams. Few of us realize our dreams. How...
Letter to the Editor
Invest in crime prevention
In keeping with recent movements to make Philadelphia’s streets safer especially for children and teens, it is encouraging to read Mark Zimmaro’s report on recent actions taken by City Councilmember Kenyatta...
Letters to the Editor
Ways to curb gun violence
Gun violence is still a major problem in our country today. Reading and watching extremely negative news stories is getting tiresome. Some of the violence stems from the escalation of...
Letter to the Editor
Give teachers a standing ovation
To say the least, it was very satisfying to read the report on the recent granting of Lindback Awards to 60 distinguished School District of Philadelphia teachers (“7 local teachers...
Letter to the Editor
Students are the future
I was delighted to read reporter Mark Zimmaro’s piece on the awarding of Samuel A. Green scholarships to Philadelphia-area graduating seniors, especially Academy of Palumbo senior Hae Paw (“Big scholarship award...
Letter to the Editor
Support for kids out of the classroom
It was very encouraging to read the report on the recent visit by state Reps. Elizabeth Fiedler (D) and Doyle Heffley (R) to Southwark Elementary School's after-school program...
Letter to the Editor
Make school buildings safe again
Thanks to a report in the South Philly Review ("Lawmakers want answers on school closings," May 10), I had to look up the words "Philadelphia House Delegation." I learned that...
