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Looking for accountability in SAU16

August 13, 2021August 6, 2021 Ann Marie Banfield

Kimberly Meyer, School Board Member in SAU16 went on a rant at a recent school board meeting, the only problem was, she ranted against the wrong people. In this video Meyer went on a long rant about the parents in her district, including one who is serving on the school board with her, Melissa Litchfield. … Read more

SAU 16 Branding Scandal “Investigation” Blames Volunteers for Violating Students Civil Rights

August 13, 2021August 6, 2021 Op-Ed

It’s hard to believe, Superintendent David Ryan failed to oversee final preparations for protecting prom attendees from Covid. He is, after all, the Exeter High School superintendent responsible for the actions of his subordinates.

SAU 16 hand marked - branded at prom if not vaccinated

SAU 16 Audited The Prom Vaccine Branding Scandal – Here is Their Summary of Their Investigation

August 13, 2021August 6, 2021 Op-Ed

Process Audit Summary Contact Tracing Protocol for the 2021 Exeter High school Prom: The Exeter High School senior prom took place on June 4,202 at Exeter High School.

Victory: Exeter School Board Votes to Make Masks Optional This Fall

August 13, 2021August 4, 2021 Ann Marie Banfield

Tonight was the third school board meeting where parents gathered to exercise their parental rights. Tonight the SAU16 COOP School board voted to make masks optional when the children head back to school.

To the Superintendent: You Do Not Double Down and Insult the Parents Who Are Upset

August 13, 2021August 2, 2021 Ann Marie Banfield

A parent in SAU16 commented on the email sent by David Ryan (below), Superintendent of SAU16/Exeter. She indicated that he is playing the victim in this email he sent to the SAU16 community –

Mom dad parents children original Photo by John-Mark Smith on Unsplash

Parents Need to Start Pushing Back Against Organizations That Don’t Represent Their Values

August 13, 2021August 2, 2021 Ann Marie Banfield

You may know that SAU16 lost its focus on academic excellence and is in the midst of a disaster with parents, but did you know about Travis Thompson?

603 Alliance RevCon 2021 – Alan Forbes/Jude Augusta: “Presenting a Censor-free Communications Platform for Rebels”

August 13, 2021July 30, 2021 Skip

This is Part 1 – 3 of the 603 Alliance’s RevCon 2021 presentation of “Presenting a Censor-free Communications Platform for Rebels” by Alan Forbes and Jude Augusta of NH United.

veterans count fundraiser photo Rochester Republican committee

Rochester Regional Republican Committee Raises $2500 in Event to Benefit the Seacoast Veteran’s Count.

August 13, 2021July 30, 2021 Op-Ed

On June 13, 2021, the Rochester Regional Republican Committee hosted the “Horseshoes & Heroes” veteran fundraising event at Hills Horseshoes in Farmington, NH.

School District Ignores Anti-Bullying Law in Favor of ‘Restorative Justice’ Voodoo

August 13, 2021July 30, 2021 Op-Ed

We don’t need no stinking anti-bullying rules; we’ve got restorative justice! Is that what’s happening at SAU 16s Lincoln Street School? Check out the link: Restorative Justice – Lincoln Street School (sau16.org)

Jim Splaine - Cuty Council video screen grab

Portsmouth Assistant Mayor Jim Splaine Suggests the City Violate the Law Prohibiting Vaccine Mandates

August 13, 2021July 30, 2021 Op-Ed

Just one week after our new medical freedom act was signed into law, Portsmouth Assistant Mayor Jim Splaine sent an email to the City Manager urging a mandate of the COVID-19 vaccine for all city employees.

School District Claims Its CRT Programs Not Against the Law Then Hides Them From the Public

August 13, 2021July 29, 2021 Steve MacDonald

We’ll have more on this as we dig in, but there’s never a bad time to catch a local school district, especially brand-them-at-the-prom Exeter (SAU16), doing naughty things. They’ve hidden both their CRT (DEI-J) web page and all the training material from public view.

YouTube Screen Grab Jennifer HArvey Rasing White Kids

Psychological Warfare Aimed at Children in Hampton

August 13, 2021July 24, 2021 Ann Marie Banfield

Critical Race Theory is all the rage in public education today. Most parents have not done extensive research to be able to identify CRT and may not know the psychological damage it is having on some children.

Something Fishy Is Going On in SAU16/Exeter Again

August 13, 2021July 23, 2021 Ann Marie Banfield

Dr. Kristen Johnson has been advising the school district on all things COVID. Dr. Johnson works for Core Physicians in Exeter, and also received the Citizen of the Year from the Portsmouth Herald for her work as the consulting physician for SAU16.

The Exeter School District’s (SAU16) BLM Bedfellows…

August 13, 2021July 22, 2021 Steve MacDonald

The Exeter School District (SAU16) has had a series of PR nightmares but never let that slow your progressive roll. They’ve doubled down. The district nationally known for “branding” and shaming unvaccinated prom students continues to spite parents and families.

School District Waters Down Questions and Gives Anonymous Contradictory Answers

August 13, 2021July 19, 2021 Op-Ed

SAU 16 Exeter Regional Co-operative School District (ERCSD) Chair Helen Joyce “opened” the 06-15-2021 meeting, “…with a heartfelt statement…” Wrong, Joyce’s feigned a declaration that was meant to garner sympathy for the SAU, Superintendent, and the Co-op Board she oversees.

Why Are So Many Parents Angry in New Hampshire?

August 13, 2021July 17, 2021 Ann Marie Banfield

Why are so many parents angry in New Hampshire? School closings, mask mandates, Critical Race Theory, and other issues, are boiling over, and parents are fed up. They want their kids to be educated in a safe environment, without political agendas and bias.

CRT-Addled School District Hires “Diversity Director” for $95K/Year Plus “Generous” Benefits

August 13, 2021July 14, 2021 Ann Marie Banfield

A new Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Justice Director (DEIJ) was hired in SAU16 in Exeter, New Hampshire, at a lucrative salary. His background is in community organizing. Let’s take a look at his background and what he will do to help students. (or not help them).

Setting the Record Straight on the SAU16 (Exeter) School Board Meetings in June

August 13, 2021June 28, 2021 Op-Ed

On June 14, 2021, The SAU16 Joint School Board, along with Superintendent, Dr. David Ryan, held their first “in-person” meeting in over a year. The following night, The Exeter Regional Cooperative School Board (with Dr. Ryan), then held their first “in-person” meeting in over a year.

Tuesday June 15 SAU16 School Board Meeting Was Not A Knockout Punch, But it Was Still A TKO

August 13, 2021June 23, 2021 Op-Ed

Yes, I know it was frustrating because it wasn’t as decisive a victory as the Monday, June 14 meeting, but take heart: it was still a TKO. The board limited who was “allowed” to speak, how long they could speak and managed to get a few genuflecting minions up at the mic.

Hear No Evil, See No Evil, Speak No Evil!

SAU 16 Administration and School Boards in Action

August 13, 2021June 20, 2021 Op-Ed

Back-to-back SAU 16 Joint Board and Co-operative school Board meetings are in the can. What was accomplished? At the Joint Board meeting June 14, 2021, the cafeteria was where parents, grandparents and citizens assembled to voice their concerns.