DC Metro Action is a listing of local actions, entertainment, volunteer opportunities and the occasional rant on a wide range of socially just issues.
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Tuesday, January 24, 2006
Emergency Teacher
Journalist Christina Asquith's first book, "The Emergency Teacher," is an examination of the rise of untrained teachers in poor public schools, based on her experience as a rookie teacher in Philadelphia's toughest middle school. Join her for a reading from her book followed by a discussion. This event is free and open to the public.
When: Wednesday, Jan. 25, from 6 to 8 p.m. Where: Busboys and Poets (14 and V Streets NW, Langston Room)
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," is an examination of the rise of untrained teachers in poor public schools, based on her experience as a rookie teacher in Philadelphia's toughest middle school. Join her for a reading from her book followed by a discussion. This event is free and open to the public.
