ED. Weekly Reflection: Rhee Reflective In Aftershock of D.C. Primary

Michelle Rhee, as chancellor of the D.C. school district, is credited with some of the improvements that have happened over the last 3 years in the D.C. area schools. However, even though there are clear improvements she is still considered a polarizing figure. In her reflection she noted that the way in which these improvements were communicated was poorly done. This was partly her own fault in spending to much energy talking about ineffective teachers and test scores, but also the media focus tended to exacerbate the conflicts. She said that "we weren't proactive enough about communication and thinking about how do we get out there and talk about the great things that are happening."
Rhee is unsure as to whether or not she will stay on as chancellor in the light of the results from the new mayoral elections.