Shawn and Troy talk about Plano, Texas' plan to do away with homework counting. Things wouldn't have to be turned in on time. Non-behavior issues would not be part of grades. We also congratulate David Virtue, editor of Middle School Journal.

Ukraine is home of some smart educators as they put in an iTunes rating for us. [Thanks much!]

We also discuss some advisory ideas and resources.

We point out a few wonderful web sites as well.