Recently a student attending the Cooperative Middle School in Exeter (SAU 16) was told that he could not wear the Thin Blue Line Flag in school. But school administrators have allowed students to wear the American flag and the Pride Flag.
Ann Marie Banfield
Unvaccinated Students at High School Prom “Numbered” with a Sharpie – Tracked All Night
Recently a School Board Member and State Representative from Brentwood posted a disturbing message on social media about students who attended the Prom in Exeter (SAU16).
Commissioner Edelblut: Don’t Lower The Standards for Licensing Teachers in New Hampshire
I’m writing today to respond to a letter drafted by the State Advisory Committee on the Education of Students with Disabilities re: PRAXIS and other standardized tests relative to teacher certification.
Hey, Exeter Parents: Will Your Child Be Asked “When They Realized They Were White?”
The newly hired principal at Main Street School in Exeter will be carrying a lot of baggage when she starts her new job. Desert Valley Elementary School Principal Tonja Neve, was just hired by Superintendent David Ryan from SAU 16.
It’s Time for Public Schools to Focus On Academics.
Commissioner Edelblut, I want to take this opportunity to thank you for bringing Ian Rowe to the State Board of Education meeting on March 15th. This was a wonderful presentation that I believe highlights the importance of refocusing on literacy in the classroom.
Yet Another Right to Know Request Regarding Assessing Racial Bias in Manchester Students
Dear Superintendent Goldhardt,
I am following up on my Right to Know Request filed on April 7, 2021. It is now May 16th. On May 3rd [well past the 5 business days allowed by law -Skip] I received a reply from Andrew Tolan reporting:
Is Your School District Dabbling in a Radical Approach to Race Relations?
Critical Race Theory (CRT) has been all over the news lately for its outrageous and radical approach to teaching students about race relations. Gone is the call for unity, justice, and judging each other on their character.
Why is a NH State Rep and President of a Teachers Union Advocating Civics Illiteracy?
The New Hampshire House just advanced a bill that would require college students to pass the civics naturalization test as part of their diploma requirements. A similar bill recently passed the New Hampshire House requiring this of High School students too.
Right to Know Request Regarding Assessing Racial Bias in Manchester Students
Dear Superintendent Goldhart: Pursuant to the Right to Know Law (RSA. 91-A), I am requesting public access, within 5 business days, to the governmental records reasonably described as follows: All records, no matter what form, including but not limited to, printed documents, electronic documents, e-mails, or any other form of records regarding assessments/tests/surveys/questionnaires for the period … Read more
Now That the School District Has Labeled Your Child as an Evil Racist, How Will That Be Used against Him/Her?
In my last article on Critical Race Theory (CRT), I described an agenda put forward by CRT apologists to label your child as a racist and oppressor. It doesn’t stop there.
Will You Let The Public Schools Teach Your Child That They Are Evil?
Will your child be taught that they are evil in school? It sure looks that way. Racism has been accurately described as evil. Throughout history, we have examples of how racist ideology has resulted in slavery, oppression, and prejudice. There is no other way to describe it.
PROTECTING the INSTITUTION and NOT YOUR CHILD
I’ve been advocating for parental rights and excellence in education for over a decade in New Hampshire. I’ve done this without any compensation. I’ve never looked for those kinds of rewards; I’ve done it because it’s the right thing to do. I can say without a doubt that if parents do not become more involved with their local schools, they may end up regretting that decision.
NH School Administrators Assoc. Advocating ILLITERACY in Civics?
Yesterday, Representative Mike Moffett introduced HB 320 to the House Education Committee. AN ACT requiring a civics competency assessment as a high school graduation requirement. This legislation would require all students graduating from a NH High School to pass the U.S. Citizenship test.
Mental Health: Creating More Bureaucracy Instead of Treating Children
Do you want another bureaucratic position created at the New Hampshire Department of Education? One that would work with school counselors but not treat the children who desperately need services?
Why aren’t Parents Included in the Meeting?
Chairman Kahn,
I write to you today with extreme concern for many of the students in New Hampshire. As a parental rights advocate, the number of students suffering from the lack of in-school learning should have us all concerned.
Upset with how your town’s schools are being opened (or not)?
FYI for those who are interested. ***** Thank you for your e-mail that was forwarded to me for review and response. The Department appreciates your reaching out to us to express your sincere concerns regarding your school district’s determination and actions regarding school reopening. While the Department understands and appreciates your goal of reaching out … Read more
Teachers, is Your Profession Becoming Obsolete?
Years ago I saw a survey by parents that indicated they preferred their children attending a local public school using a traditional model where their children were taught by great teachers. I think most everyone would agree with that, even when they opt for a private school.
What to Do Now That Your School is Not Opening?
What can you do if you want your kids back in school but your School Board members (your elected representatives) have been “captured” by the staff, or as the NH School Board Association put it: defered to your professionals.
Right To Know Request – Psychological Evaluations on Students
Dear Dr. Ryan,
After reading through my Right-to-Know request and looking at the information provided, I wanted to finally follow up with an e-mail.
Is it a Bad Idea to Replace Classrooms and Teachers with Digital Learning?
For several years, those of us who research public education noticed the push for placing children in front of a screen to do the work of the teacher. We’ve seen it with the push for 1:1 devices. And yet Silicon Valley techies have done the opposite.