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FIERCE LIGHT: WHEN SPIRIT MEETS ACTION~ SAT. 9/26:

Andrew — Thu, 24 Sep 2009 03:51:43 GMT

Hey You. Have you seen this? OtherCinema: experimental cinema in San Francisco. We show films every Saturday at ATA Gallery, 992 Valencia (@ 21st). Showtime 8:30pm, admission* $6 SAT. 9/26: FIERCE LIGHT: WHEN SPIRIT MEETS ACTION + Coming all the way from Toronto, Velcrow Ripper (Scared Sacred, Bones of the Forest) unveils the new wave in spiritual activism—the people using their hearts and bodies to make a political difference. His feature doc includes interviews with Bishop Desmond Tutu, environmental activist Julia Butterfly Hill, author Alice Walker, actress Daryl Hannah, Buddhist monk Thich Nhat Hanh, and dozens of others around the world. Leaders of the alternative spiritual movement bring their voices to the cause, acknowledging that making a better world may begin within one’s self, but it shouldn’t stop there. Opening the program are two of Velcrow’s short works: the US premiere of Revolution of the Spirit, featuring Aung San Suu Kyi (currently on trial in Burma), and Burn—Noam Chomsky meets Burning Man. If you see it, let me know how you liked it. I'll be on the mural project 'til sundown. Cheers, andy

HELP!! Mural Volunteers Needed ASAP!!!

Andrew — Sat, 25 Jul 2009 16:08:55 GMT

Looking for something exciting to do this Summer? Would you like to help beautify the neighborhood of Hayward? Would you like to leave your "mark" on the City of Hayward for future generations? Would you like to be part of the history of a city? Would you like to help create something that you'll be proud of for the rest of life? Would you like your name to be honored on a permanently on a plaque commemorating your work for the City of Hayward? Would you like your work to be seen by hundreds of people everyday? Would you like to put your painting/creative skills to good use? Would you like to learn how to execute a mural? Learn spray painting/airbrush skills? Would you like to help build up your creative resume? Don't have creative or painting skills but would like to help anyway? Do you like being part of a team? Enjoy a challenge? Have a sense of humor? If you said "yes" to any or all of these questions please contact Andrew Kong Knight, please send him an email @ andykongknight@yahoo.com The City of Hayward has asked Artist Andrew Kong Knight to create a monumental mural on Foothill Blvd. in Downtown Hayward. Knight is seeking volunteers for the this exciting project. (Creative or painting skills a plus but not required.) Andrew Kong Knight official web site: http://www.andrewkongknight.com/ THANKS! Look forward to hearing from you.

Rally for the Rainy Day Fund to Prevent School Layoffs!!! Thurs. March 12th 5PM Civic Center Plaza, San Francisco CA

Andrew — Wed, 11 Mar 2009 04:42:13 GMT

Hey You, Help Get SF Schools the Full $23 Million Rainy Day Fund! We Won't Back Down from Layoffs and Budget Ripoffs!!! Attend our March 12th Rally @ Civic Center Plaza at 5PM Featuring the Angry Tired Teachers Live On Stage! (a rock band made up of Bay Area Educators) Check out the Angry Tired Teachers latest music video, "I Won't Back Down" ~ www.youtube.com/watch The San Francisco Unified School District faces layoffs of up to 505 teachers and administrators and dozens of paraprofessionals. Our schools desperately need the full $23 million Rainy Day Fund. Anything less will result in substantial layoffs and deep cuts to vital programs and services. On February 24, 2009 City Hall announced that the city of San Francisco would provide only $11 million from the Rainy Day Fund to help offset the SFUSD's dire budget shortfall. This is the wrong interpretation of the law, and will deeply hurt our schools. For More Info: www.uesf.org/news/save_t...ay_fund.html Peace and much love to you, ~andy

HELP!! We're LOSING ART & MUSIC in Hayward Schools!!!!Protest Weds. Feb. 11th 5-6PM City Hall Hayward***

Andrew — Tue, 10 Feb 2009 03:46:17 GMT

Hey there, Hope you can help us to keep music and art in Hayward Schools. Please feel free to pass the info. on ASAP. THANKS! What? Save the Block/Art/Music Protest Wednesday February 11th 5-6:30PM City Hall Hayward Hayward School District Board of Directors Meeting 6:30PM "Cuts Hurt" Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0AZQj23Td9o&feature=related Why? Elimination of the High School Block System with give students the choice of only six classes per year instead of eight classes. Limiting the classes will eliminate many of the elective classes students enjoy such as music and art. Many students attend Hayward high schools because of the strong art and music programs. Elimination of Elementary Instrumental Music program will deny students the opportunity to experience music which has been proven to help students learn in other subjects. The early development programs are essential to strong music programs in middle and high school. "Our Angry Tired Teachers band will perform at the protest and we produced a video to spread awareness about the Hayward Unified School District's continued failure to make budget cuts on an administrative level. Every time they're in a budget squeeze they never consider cutting the questionable high salary district positions. Instead, they hurt students and teachers by eliminating music and art classes." ~Andrew Kong Knight, Hayward High Art Instructor When? Weds. February 11, 2009 Save the Block/Art/Music Protest: 5-6:30 PM Board of Trustees Meeting: 6:30-9:00 PM (The board will make a final decision on these cuts to our schools.) Where? Hayward City Hall 777 B. Street The video is available for viewing now. (Click the above link.) What can we do? A. Attend the Protest B. Attend the Board Meeting after the Protest C. PLEASE CONTACT a board member tell them you'd like to keep Art and Music in Hayward: Dr. Sarah Gonzales President sgonz50@comcast.net 510-755-2174 Mr. Paul Frumkin III Vice President 510-755-2216 Ms. Sheila Sims Clerk Sheila@sheilaforhusd.com Ms. Maribel Heredia Member mheredia@husd.k12.ca.us Mr. Luis Reynoso Member lreynoso@husd.k12.ca.us 510-677-8610 Again, THANKS A BUNCH!!! Peace and solidarity, ~andy More Information~ Andrew Kong Knight~ Hayward High Art Educator: 925-413-1975 http://www.andrewkongknight.com/att/mp.html Bryan Holbrook~ Hayward High Band Director: 510-293-8586 x61292 barisaxpoa@yahoo.com Kathleen Crummey~ Hayward Education Association President: (510) 538-1051 www.heaonline.org

HELP!! We're LOSING ART & MUSIC in Hayward Schools!!!!

Andrew — Wed, 28 Jan 2009 01:54:55 GMT

Hey Art & Music Lovers! How's it hanging? Hope you'll check out my music video about the lastest plight/fight for the kids and teachers in Hayward, California. What? I recorded a song and produced a video called "Cuts Hurt" protesting HUSD's proposal to eliminate the High School Block System and the Elementary Instrumental Music Program in Hayward. Check out the "Cuts Hurt" Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0AZQj23Td9o&feature=related Why? Elimination of the High School Block System with give students the choice of only six classes per year instead of eight classes. Limiting the classes will eliminate many of the elective classes students enjoy such as music and art. Many students attend Hayward high schools because of the strong art and music programs. Elimination of Elementary Instrumental Music program will deny students the opportunity to experience music which has been proven to help students learn in other subjects. The early development programs are essential to strong music programs in middle and high school. "I produced the video to spread awareness about the Hayward Unified School District's continued failure to make budget cuts on an administrative level. Every time they're in a budget squeeze they never cut the questionable high salary district positions. Instead, they hurt students and teachers by eliminating music and art classes." ~Andrew Kong Knight, Hayward High Art Instructor What we can do? Attend the board meeting TOMORROW!! (the board will vote on these cuts to our schools tomorrow Weds.: January 28, 2009 Board of Trustees Meeting Hayward City Hall 777 B. Street 6:30 p.m. - Council Chambers Or Please contact a board member to help save art and music in Hayward: Dr. Sarah Gonzales President sgonz50@comcast.net (510) 755-2174 Mr. Paul Frumkin III Vice President 510-755-2216 Ms. Sheila Sims Clerk Sheila@sheilaforhusd.com Ms. Maribel Heredia Member mheredia@husd.k12.ca.us Mr. Luis Reynoso Member lreynoso@husd.k12.ca.us (510) 677-8610 THANKS A BUNCH!!! Love to know whatcha think of the song/music video. Peace, light and much love to you. ~andy *****

5 Things You Can Do Right Now About the Oscar Grant Shooting

Andrew — Thu, 08 Jan 2009 04:15:18 GMT

5 Things You Can Do Right Now About the Oscar Grant Shooting Mad props to Davey and Jabari for putting us on to this and getting the conversation started: 1. Digg the story so that the national media can pick up on it (Thanks, Jabari For this link): http://digg.com/world_news/Oakland_Police_Officer_Shoots_Unarmed_Man_Handcuffed_Man or http://digg.com/world_news/Oakland_Police_Officer_Shoots_Unarmed_Man_Handcuffed_Man?OTC-em-st1 2. Contact BART Director Carole Ward Allen and demand that 1) the officers involved be taken off duty without pay and charged and fully prosecuted; 2) there be an independent investigation of the shooting that includes a review of training and hiring practices; and 3) BART establish an independent residents' review board for the police Call her at 510-464-6095 or email the BART Directors at BoardofDirectors@bart.gov 3. Call the BART police to complain about the officers' conduct and demand immediate action: Internal Affairs: Sergeant David Chlebowski 510.464.7029, dchlebo@bart.gov Chief of Police: Gary Gee 510.464.7022, ggee@bart.gov Call them toll free at 877.679.7000 and press the last four digits of the phone number you wish to reach. THANKS everybody! Peace and love to you, ~andy

No Gift to Bring ~ other than my song for you...

Andrew — Thu, 25 Dec 2008 11:13:32 GMT

Hi. Like the little drummer boy, I don't have a gift to bring you..... other than my song. I hope you'll enjoy it. I know it's a sad one, but I think it's real. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gEU8iuJaQjM Love to know what you think. Much peace, love and light to you always, ~andy

A Gift for you "Golden Parachute for Christmas"

Andrew — Thu, 18 Dec 2008 15:31:30 GMT

Hey You, I hope you'll enjoy my new song. I have close friends and relatives who have lost their homes recently and are going through extremely hard financial times. Teachers at our school are worried about losing their jobs because of the budget cuts. I wrote the song for them and for everyone who is currently suffering because of our greedy, corrupt economy. Click here to see "Golden Parachute for Christmas" video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gEU8iuJaQjM Would love to know what you think. Please comment on youtube. Peace, love and light to you, always, andy

Anything is Possible!!!! Have You Read This? Pinch Me ...a message from Michael Moore

Andrew — Thu, 06 Nov 2008 06:18:46 GMT

Have you seen this? A few friends passed it on to me today. Pinch Me ...a message from Michael Moore Wednesday, November 5th, 2008 Friends, Who among us is not at a loss for words? Tears pour out. Tears of joy. Tears of relief. A stunning, whopping landslide of hope in a time of deep despair. In a nation that was founded on genocide and then built on the backs of slaves, it was an unexpected moment, shocking in its simplicity: Barack Obama, a good man, a black man, said he would bring change to Washington , and the majority of the country liked that idea. The racists were present throughout the campaign and in the voting booth. But they are no longer the majority, and we will see their flame of hate fizzle out in our lifetime. There was another important "first" last night. Never before in our history has an avowed anti-war candidate been elected president during a time of war. I hope President-elect Obama remembers that as he considers expanding the war in Afghanistan . The faith we now have will be lost if he forgets the main issue on which he beat his fellow Dems in the primaries and then a great war hero in the general election: The people of America are tired of war. Sick and tired. And their voice was loud and clear yesterday. It's been an inexcusable 44 years since a Democrat running for president has received even just 51% of the vote. That's because most Americans haven't really liked the Democrats. They see them as rarely having the guts to get the job done or stand up for the working people they say they support. Well, here's their chance. It has been handed to them, via the voting public, in the form of a man who is not a party hack, not a set-for-life Beltway bureaucrat. Will he now become one of them, or will he force them to be more like him? We pray for the latter. But today we celebrate this triumph of decency over personal attack, of peace over war, of intelligence over a belief that Adam and Eve rode around on dinosaurs just 6,000 years ago. What will it be like to have a smart president? Science, banished for eight years, will return. Imagine supporting our country's greatest minds as they seek to cure illness, discover new forms of energy, and work to save the planet. I know, pinch me. We may, just possibly, also see a time of refreshing openness, enlightenment and creativity. The arts and the artists will not be seen as the enemy. Perhaps art will be explored in order to discover the greater truths. When FDR was ushered in with his landslide in 1932, what followed was Frank Capra and Preston Sturgis, Woody Guthrie and John Steinbeck, Dorothea Lange and Orson Welles. All week long I have been inundated with media asking me, "gee, Mike, what will you do now that Bush is gone?" Are they kidding? What will it be like to work and create in an environment that nurtures and supports film and the arts, science and invention, and the freedom to be whatever you want to be? Watch a thousand flowers bloom! We've entered a new era, and if I could sum up our collective first thought of this new era, it is this: Anything Is Possible. An African American has been elected President of the United States ! Anything is possible! We can wrestle our economy out of the hands of the reckless rich and return it to the people. Anything is possible! Every citizen can be guaranteed health care. Anything is possible! We can stop melting the polar ice caps. Anything is possible! Those who have committed war crimes will be brought to justice. Anything is possible. We really don't have much time. There is big work to do. But this is the week for all of us to revel in this great moment. Be humble about it. Do not treat the Republicans in your life the way they have treated you the past eight years. Show them the grace and goodness that Barack Obama exuded throughout the campaign. Though called every name in the book, he refused to lower himself to the gutter and sling the mud back. Can we follow his example? I know, it will be hard. I want to thank everyone who gave of their time and resources to make this victory happen. It's been a long road, and huge damage has been done to this great country, not to mention to many of you who have lost your jobs, gone bankrupt from medical bills, or suffered through a loved one being shipped off to Iraq . We will now work to repair this damage, and it won't be easy. But what a way to start! Barack Hussein Obama, the 44th President of the United States . Wow. Seriously, wow. Yours, Michael Moore

WE DID IT!!!!! YES WE DID!!!!!!

Andrew — Thu, 06 Nov 2008 05:44:57 GMT

Dear Friends, I will never forget the excitement and unity I felt from everyone last night. I had so much love for everyone and they seemed to love us too! We played our song for Obama, "Get Up, Stand Up for Barack" at the Ashby Stage in Berkeley and then at Rasselas Jazz Club in SF. Everyone danced and screamed the chorus, "Get up stand up, stand up for a change, get up, stand up we're gonna beat McCain!" http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UZ1ep9YNCM4 And then, a roar from people and cars from the streets when the news came, "We did it!" "Yes we did!" It seemed like a dream. Tears came this morning when it really started to sink in for me that it actually happened! It was such a beautiful day today. I am so hopeful. All the best wishes, light and much love to you, always, andy

Get Up, Stand Up for Barack! A Song for You..

Andrew — Wed, 22 Oct 2008 06:25:47 GMT

Hey there, Hope you're doing well. My Angry Tired Teachers Band has recorded a song for Democratic Presidential Candidate Barack Obama entitled, "Get Up, Stand Up for Barack." The song is our battle cry for people to get up, stand up and vote for Barack. We also hope that it will inspire, energize and give strength to all his volunteers, supporters and staff the final weeks of the campaign. Click here to hear it: www.andrewkongknight.com/att/News.html Dipdive music video: http://www.dipdive.com/member/BWILLIAMSMEDIA/tv/ A Youtube music video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UZ1ep9YNCM4 "Some people think hope is just a word, our voices cry out, never to be heard.." ~Get Up, Stand Up for Barack Hope you like it. Let me know what you think. Peace and love to you, andy

Summer Goal #3: Rock Out and Confess all @ Nap's Bar with my Angry, Tired Teacher Band Buddies!!!!!!!!!!!!

Andrew — Fri, 25 Jul 2008 06:54:39 GMT

Hey Everybody, Yes, that's right, you can sit where ever you want for this one...yes that's right..no assigned Seats!!! Your first assignment: Rock out with the Angry Tired Teachers!! ~ Angry Tired Teachers Un-plugged ~ Closing Party for Laborfest '08 The Boys are Back in San Francisco.... Angry, Tired Teachers Rock Nap's Bar San Francisco Don't Miss: Angry Tired Teachers Band performing in a rare, acoustic, up close, personal and intimate setting. They'll reveal live, before your very eyes, two new songs (currently being recorded) in support of Barack Obama! 3152 Mission St. at Precita, SF Band begins confessing all @ 9PM Alrighty then... so come out and support your local angry, tired, pissed off, burned out, (but so happy it's still summer) teacher band. Peace out, we love you always. ~ andy & band For More Info Contact: Steve Zelter ~ Laborfest ~ http://www.laborfest.net/2008/music08.htm

CALIFORNIA CHILDREN’S RALLY ~State Capitol, Sacramento CA~ Featuring the Angry, Tired Teachers Band~ Tuesday, June 17th 2008

Andrew — Sat, 14 Jun 2008 17:22:42 GMT

Dear Friends, If you're around Sacratormento on Tuesday, come by and say hi! Cheers, peace & love to you, andy What? CALIFORNIA CHILDREN’S RALLY ~ Featuring the Angry, Tired Teachers Band Where? Sacramento Capitol (Front) Capitol Steps on L Street at 11th When? Tuesday, June 17th 2008 11AM to 1PM Angry, Tired Teachers Band to perform at 12:30PM Why? 2008 marks both the 30th anniversary of the passage of Howard Jarvis’ Proposition 13 (June) and the 160th anniversary of California public schools. Parental frustration over perennial public education budget cuts (California currently ranks 46th in the U.S.) will be transformed into a rally celebrating a group who has no lobbyists, California’s future, and the most important "special interest" in the world--our children. Also celebrated will be some extraordinary heroes of California public school culture whose hearts, despite many odds, beat strong. WHO? A grassroots group of LA California public school families, and friends. The Angry Tired Teachers Band~ A rock group of public school teachers from the California East Bay Area. More Info: Sandra Tsing Loh, (818) 426-1240 Youtube channel: RallyMoms http://californiachildrensrally.com/ LA Times Article on Rally: http://www.latimes.com/news/columnists/la-me-lopez4-2008jun04,0,4319743.column Angry, Tired Teachers~ Andrew Kong Knight, (925) 925-1975 Official Web site: http://www.andrewkongknight.com/att/mp.html National Public Radio: http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=90031360 National Education Association Magazine: http://blogs.nea.org/ednotes/2008/06/tired-angry-teachers-hit-road.html California Teachers Association: http://www.cta.org/issues/current/bustour/CutsHurtBusTour.htm

Angry, Tired Teachers Band~ Cuts Hurt/Budgetwelooza Tour 2008 ~ Returns to the Bay Area

Andrew — Sun, 27 Apr 2008 17:41:55 GMT

Dear Friends, Cuts to education hurt, especially when California ranks 47th in our nation on educational spending. The Angry, Tired Teachers Band, (a rock band made up of East Bay musicians/public school educators) is joining forces with the Oakland Education Association, Hayward Education Association, New Haven Education Association and the California Teachers Association to help fight the Governor's proposed $4.8 billion in public education cuts. The ATT Band continues their Cuts Hurt/Budgetwelooza Tour 2008 performing at the following Bay Area Events/Protests: SATURDAY, MAY 3RD, 2008: Oakland Coliseum ~ A's game/Teacher Appreciation Day Angry, Tired Teachers Rock Out at Tailgate Party/Budget Cut Protest right outside Oakland Coliseum Starts at 4:00 pm Game time 6:05 pm For More Info Contact: Betty Olson-Jones President Oakland Education Association (510)763-4020 x15 WEDNESDAY, MAY 14TH 2008: 5 Flags ~ Budget Cuts Protest ~ Hayward Education Association, (HEA) and New Haven Education Association(NHUSD) Join Forces Angry, Tired Teachers Rock Downtown Hayward Corner of Foothill Blvd/E St. Hayward 3PM-5PM For More Info Contact: Charmaine Kawaguchi~ President New Haven Unified Education Association ckawaguchi@nhusd.k12.ca.us Kathy Crummey~ President Hayward Education Association (510) 538-1051 TUESDAY, MAY 20TH 2008: California State Capitol (lawn)~ Sacramento ~ Lobby Day Angry, Tired Teachers Grand Finale ATT Band join California Teachers Association ~ CTA's Cuts Hurt Bus Tour Time not yet confirmed- will be sometime in the afternoon. For More Info Contact: http://www.cta.org/issues/current/bustour/CutsHurtBusTour.htm Mike Myslinski 408-921-5769 mmyslinski@cta.org Frank Wells 562-708-5425 fwells@cta.org Angry, Tired Teachers Band Contact: http://www.andrewkongknight.com/att/mp.html Peace and much love to you always, andy

You're Invited~ This Weds. 7:30PM @ La Pena Berkeley~ An Intimate evening of old/new song, an offering of human liberation and culture........

Andrew — Sun, 02 Dec 2007 23:18:14 GMT

Hey You, How've ya been? Hope you can join us for an intimate evening of old/new song, an offering of human liberation and culture. The night will be filled with words of promise and hope. A benefit for the people of Chiapas health care. Featuring~ * musica humana blues: Arnoldo Garcia -- jarana, guitar, vocals, poesia Andrew Kong Knight -- violin, vocals, guitar Jose Palafox -- percussion, cajon peruano * musica humana blues combines improvisational blues with driving Mexican and Latin American-based rhythms delivering messages and images of a different future possible, community, organized struggle and love. Wednesday, December 5, 2007 - Berkeley Indigenous Autonomy and Resistance: A Report from Chiapas and the Indigenous Encuentro in Sonora Wednesday, December 5, 2007 - 7:30 PM La Pena Cultural Center 3105 Shattuck Avenue Berkeley As Mexico reels from poverty and drug violence, the Zapatistas are constructing another world in Chiapas, a world of autonomy, direct democracy and collective work for the good of all. Members of a delegation just back from Chiapas got an inside look into those aspects of Zapatismo and will share their experiences. Several went on to Sonora where they had an opportunity to observe and film the Continental Indigenous Encuentro. Their report will feature: * Report from the Chiapas Support Committee's medical delegation to Chiapas * Music by Musica Humana Blues: Arnoldo Garcia, Andrew Kong Knight and Jose Palafox * Video from Continental Indigenous Encuentro in Vicam, Sonora, Mexico Wheelchair Accessible Near Ashby BART Requested Donation $7-$10 (Sliding Scale) Proceeds Benefit Zapatista Autonomous Health Care in San Manuel Sponsored by the Chiapas Support Committee For more Information: (510) 654-9587 email: cezmat@igc.org Peace and much love to you! ~ andy musica humana blues: arnoldo garcia www.lacarpadelfeo.blogspot.com www.myspace.com/arnoldogarcia andrewkongknight www.andrewkongknight.com

You're Invited to an Art Party Auction Fund Raiser for AIDS this Saturday, December 1, 2007 - World AIDS Day

Andrew — Thu, 29 Nov 2007 04:54:10 GMT

Hey You~ how ya been? When it comes to my "Greatest Art Class in the Universe" (GACU) art students @ Hayward High where I do a little "creativity coaching", I'm like a stage mom! I can't help myself, I'm extremely proud of all of their hard work. My hands and arms are are also quite sore from all my "whip cracking" at these young aspiring artists. Last year, one of my freshman students took the top prize at the 1st Annual Flowers Heritage Foundation, she took home $1,500 for her work. Seven of my other students won $250 apiece for their work and helped the Flowers Foundation earn over $200,000 for AIDS victims. (My GACU class received much-needed $1,500 matching funds from this fantastic Foundation.) This year, five of my GACU students made it to the finals. We find out how they place this Saturday! Their amazing work will be auctioned at this party- fund raiser. Hope you'll come Join the Fun!! Peace and much love to you, ~andy Event Details: Saturday, December 1, 2007 - World AIDS Day Yerba Buena Center for the Arts 701 Mission Street (at 3rd Street), San Francisco 6:30 to 9:00 PM Cost: $20 At the door or... Purchase tickets online at: http://www.flowersheritagefoundation.org/d...ml For more Info: Meera Seshadri Foundation Assistant (510)587-2662 http://www.flowersheritagefoundation.org GACU Class: http://www.andrewkongknight.com/hhsart/g

Amazing, Shocking, Personal Secrets Revealed....Angry, Tired Teachers Band in Recent SF Chronicle/SF Gate Article!!!!!

Andrew — Sun, 12 Aug 2007 17:54:04 GMT

More than you dreamed you'd ever know (TMI) about your friendly neighborhood, working class hero/teacher rock band!! Exclusive recent, realistic, rattling, heartwretching, behind the microphone/blackboard article by Chris Colin: http://www.sfgate.com/cgi-bin/article.cgi?f=/g/a/2007/08/06/onthejob.DTL&hw=angry+tired+teachers&sn=001&sc=1000 And for the not-so hardcore ATT Band fan: yet another recent article, (just the facts about our band) by Rager Sinasohn: www.parentdish.com/2007/08/07/angry-tired-teachers ....and the beat goes on... See ya soon, andy

You're Invited!! Laborfest Closing Party!!!! Featuring the Angry, Tired Teachers Band @ Club El Rio, SF CA~ July 31st @ 7PM!!!!!!!!!

Andrew — Tue, 24 Jul 2007 19:43:09 GMT

Hey there, Hope you're having a great summer! Wanted to invite you to our 'lil shin-dig. (We'll be performing while showing video footage of our "Stickin' it to the Man" Strike Tour!!) Come on over, dance, sing a few tunes with us and say hi to everyone. Be great to see you! Cheers, andy Laborfest & Club El Rio Present: A CD RELEASE/LABORFEST Closing PARTY Featuring the: Angry, Tired Teachers Band Angry, Tired Teachers Band hot new CD “Stickin’ it to the Man” (Featured on KFOG radio) will be officially released and available for purchase at this Laborfest closing celebration. Also performing will be Keith Gow, Norma Disher and Jock Levy. Tuesday, July 31st, 7 PM El Rio • 3158 Mission St. • SF, CA For more info: www.laborfest.net/2007schedule.htm www.elriosf.com/ www.andrewkongknight.com/att/mp.html

Angry, Tired Teachers to Release CD & Play Last Gig of their "Stick it to the Man Tour" @ The Bistro, Hayward, Fri. 4:30-6PM June 8th!!!!!!

Andrew — Wed, 23 May 2007 01:40:29 GMT

What? Angry, Tired Teachers Band final performance of their highly successful, critically acclaimed, sold out "Stick it to the Man Strike Tour." Their CD "Stickin' it to the Man!" will be officially released and available for purchase at this celebration. http://www.andrewkongknight.com/att/mp.html Where? The Bistro • 1001 B Street • Hayward, CA 94541 • (510) 886-8525 • Outdoor Seating • Soup • Salads & Sandwiches Espresso • Fine Wines • 12 Microbrews on Tap • 30 Belgian Beers http://www.the-bistro.com/ When? Friday, June 8th 4:30 to 6PM It'd be sure fun to see you at our celebration. ~andy & ATT Band

ATT Rock SF Today!!!!!!!

Andrew — Tue, 24 Apr 2007 21:19:29 GMT

Hey Kids! After 9 days on strike, the Angry, Tired Teacher Band are more angry and tired than ever. But never the less we will answer our call of duty, continuing our Stick it to the Man Tour 2007, helping out SFUSD in their rally/protest this afternoon @ 555 Franklin St. SF. Let's see if the 3,000+ of SFUSD can rock as hard as Hayward?!??!?!!? (But hey, Let's face it, no one is as hungry, tired and as pissed out as Hayweird!) Watch KRON 4 live @ 4:30 to see your favorite local band heros in action once again!! Peace out, andy & ATT Band

Angry, Tired Teachers Band in the StudioToday~ Records their latest: "Teacher Strike Blues"

Andrew — Fri, 20 Apr 2007 16:14:18 GMT

Hey you! What? The Angry, Tired Teacher Band, a rock band made up of Hayward Teachers (featured on 104.5 KFOG FM on Tuesday) will do a recording of their brand-new original song entitled, "Teacher Strike Blues" today. It will be included in an up-coming EP CD the band hopes to release as a fund raiser. The band played the song for the first time, as the crowd cheered and sang along at a large rally in front of Hayward Unified District Office Headquarters on Monday. The song was written during spring break by Andrew Kong Knight a visual arts instructor from Hayward High School. Knight hopes the song will help get the word out about Hayward Unified School District's current unfair contract to their teachers. The press is invited to film and conduct interviews as the band works on recording the song this Friday. When? Friday, April 18th from 2:30 - 6:00p.m. Where? Jim King Studios 1081 Lambaren Livermore, CA 94551 Contact: Andrew Kong Knight~ 925-413-1975 Angry, Tired Teachers Offical Web site: http://www.andrewkongknight.com/att/mp.html

Angry, Tired Teachers Band Rock Out Live on KFOG 104.5

Andrew — Wed, 18 Apr 2007 18:24:06 GMT

Angry, Tired Teacher Band w/ Peter Finch and Irish Greg @ KFOG Hey You, I wrote a song about our ongoing teacher strike/struggle with my Angry, Tired Teacher Band, it's called "Teachin' in a Hayward School." KFOG 104.5 FM radio has featured it by linking it to their Morning Show web page. We just played a live acoustic version of it yesterday morning in KFOG studios. It was a lot of fun, Dave Morey,Peter Finch, Renee Richardson and Irish Greg made our band feel real warm and welcome. We all had a good laugh, and they did a great job of singing on the "Oh, no!" chorus part of our song. I'll try to post the broadcast on this blog or on our site sometime soon. If you have a moment, you can request our tune and help keep striking Hayward teachers spirit's up! Request: "Teachin' in a Hayward" Artist: Angry, Tired Teachers Click here: www.kfog.com/music/eRequest.asp Thanks, much love to you! Andy & the Angry, Tired Teacher Band To hear our latest hit song: Go to Morning Show April, 17th Click on "Teachin' in a Hayward School": http://www.kfog.com/morningshow/#quick www.http://home.comcast.net/~kevinmcn...School.mp3 www.http://.andrewkongknight.com/att/mp.html

Angry, Tired Teachers Play Live on KFOG!!!!

Andrew — Wed, 18 Apr 2007 18:13:34 GMT

Angry, Tired Teacher Band Rock Out w/ Dave Morey @ KFOG Hey You, I wrote a song about our ongoing teacher strike/struggle with my Angry, Tired Teacher Band, it's called "Teachin' in a Hayward School." KFOG 104.5 FM radio has featured it by linking it to their Morning Show web page. We just played a live acoustic version of it yesterday morning in KFOG studios. It was a lot of fun, Dave Morey,Peter Finch, Renee Richardson and Irish Greg made our band feel real warm and welcome. We all had a good laugh, and they did a great job of singing on the "Oh, no!" chorus part of our song. I'll try to post the broadcast on this blog or on our site sometime soon. If you have a moment, you can request our tune and help keep striking Hayward teachers spirit's up! Request: "Teachin' in a Hayward" Artist: Angry, Tired Teachers Click here: http://www.kfog.com/music/eRequest.asp Thanks, much love to you! Andy & the Angry, Tired Teacher Band To hear our latest hit song: http://home.comcast.net/~kevinmcnair/TeachinHaywardSchool.mp3 http://www.andrewkongknight.com/att/mp.html ___________________________________________

I must be some kind of a Fool 'cause I'm Teaching in a Hayward School...

Andrew — Mon, 16 Apr 2007 04:49:00 GMT

Hello friends, Our rock band, "The Angry, Tired Teachers", made up of Hayward teachers have recorded an original song to help spread the message about their current strike. The song entitled, "Teaching in a Hayward School" conveys the plight of the Hayward Unified School District's teacher strike which resumes on Monday, April 16th. Listen to it by clicking here: http://home.comcast.net/~kevinmcnair/TeachinHaywardSchool.mp3 Hope you like it. Peace and love to you, in struggle, andy

Angry, Tired Teachers, Stick it to the Man Tour, Starts Up again Tomorrow 8AM!!

Andrew — Fri, 06 Apr 2007 02:57:43 GMT

Dear Friends, I've been teaching art at Hayward High School for a little over a decade now. My students have consistently been very successful in their art, winning numerous local and several national awards during this time. However, I have been ignored, unappreciated and under paid during my years at Hayward "Unified" School District. The district where I teach in is one of the worst, and lowest paid districts to work for in the East Bay. Here's why: This summer our new Superintendent gives his buddy administrators a 16.84% raise, putting them at the TOP in a comparison group of neighboring districts. Last school year, we (teachers) received a 0.83% raise putting us at the BOTTOM of the comparison group of neighboring districts. I feel disrespected and cheated by our district. I can't understand why "our" superintendent (he used to be a teacher) doesn't want to give his teachers a fair and equitable contract. Our district has also been violating our contract by dumping as many students as possible into our classrooms as well. It is time for us to take action, and so, our rock band, The Angry, Tired Teachers (a band made up of Hayward High School educators) will continue our, "Stick it to the Man~ Schools Tour." We will begin our flatbed truck tour as schools have requested our presence. Angry, Tired Teachers, Stick it to the Man Tour Friday, April 6th 2007 Times and Locations: 8AM (Sound Check) Hayward High 8:30 AM Strobridge Elementary 9:00 AM Markham Elementary 10:00AM (School to be annouced) 10:30 AM Winton Junior High 11:00 AM Birchfield Park What? A Protest for Fair Teacher's Wages Place: Kenneth Birchfield Park, Hayward (Corner of Winton & Santa Clara St.) Date: Friday, April 6th Time: 11:00 -12:00 or 12:30 12PM- 1PM Hayward Unified District Office Headquarters Our Band will perform original music as well as popular songs in protest of the Hayward Unified School District's failure to give it's teacher employees comparable salary with neighboring Districts. I hope our community will join us once again. The district doesn't seem to hear us, but we have to keep trying. We have to keep singing together, we have to keep on rocking. Peace, love to you ......in struggle, ~andy For more info: The Official Angry, Tired Teachers Band Site: www.andrewkongknight.com/att/mp.html andykongknight@yahoo.com