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Monday, June 30
Harris Rosen's Take on the 'flip'
by
Mary Jo
on Mon 30 Jun 2008 08:27 PM EDT
Here is the letter that Mr. Rosen sent the school board in respose to a current school board work session discussion with Kat Gordon. Please, make sure you read HIS words and his view of the poor decision the board is attempting. more »
 1 AttachmentsSaturday, June 28
This issue is NOT 'dead'
by
Mary Jo
on Sat 28 Jun 2008 05:14 PM EDT
Please read below and respond as needed in action.....this is a vital time in our schooling history and the MAJORITY of the communities are in opposition to this 'flip'.
Four school board members (Geiger, Cadle, Flynn and Gordon) are refusing to listen to their communities.
I have attended 3 school board meetings/ functions in the last week. These members have stated, in public record, that their communities are in TOTAL acceptance of this decision. THEY need to hear from their people and communities! You may listen and watch these proceedings on the OCPS web site under the school board heading ... more »
PETITION ACTION ITEMS.....
by
Mary Jo
on Sat 28 Jun 2008 05:05 PM EDT
To all,
I guess I shouldn’t be surprised that last night’s meeting produced nothing in the way of meaningful change. Stubborn, illogical, and self-serving are all descriptions that fit. In Kat Gordon’s case, “over the edge” also fits. Moving forward, below are positive things you can do to continue. Do not fall victim to thinking we’ve lost. We have not.
Read the letters that follow this message! There are so many town and city officials and community leaders that are willing to step up and support us. I would urge you to directly contact your local Chambers ... more » 1 AttachmentsWednesday, June 18
ACTION ITEMS---- Position Statement
by
Mary Jo
on Wed 18 Jun 2008 08:22 AM EDT
Can Orange County Afford the “FLIP”? On May 13, 2008, the Orange County Public School Board voted at its regularly scheduled meeting to “FLIP” the scheduled start/stop times for middle and high school students beginning in August, 2008. As stakeholders, we believe such a change in schedules will jeopardize the safety and academic success of our students, impose severe hardships on the teachers and families in our community, and damage the economic well-being and viability of the Central Florida business community. It is our position the Orange County School Board acted hastily and irresponsibly in regards to this change, in ... more » Friday, June 13
COMMUNITY TOWN HALL MEETING with Karen Ardaman
by
Mary Jo
on Fri 13 Jun 2008 06:28 PM EDT
Speaker:
Topic: Current School Board Issues
Where:
When: Monday, June 23, 2008 6-8 PM
Please plan to attend this very important meeting to share your concerns, and continue to be proactive on your student's behalf. Forward this invitation to all on your email list.
Letter to the Public from Rick Roach
by
Mary Jo
on Fri 13 Jun 2008 06:16 PM EDT
Dear Community,
This workshop listed below may be the last time the flip could be discussed by board members. When I failed to get Mrs. Flynn to change her vote, the Chairwoman, Mrs. Ardaman, got the board to reach consensus that would ask Mr. Blocker to bring back additional cost saving ideas. Mrs. Flynn agreed to listen to what the Superintendent would bring. I will bring additional information that I have learned as well. I have discovered more cost savings opportunities. I also am learning about "unintended consequences" that the flip would create, both financial and in lost opportunities for ... more »
What to do with Night School Enrollment Now? AHA!
by
Mary Jo
on Fri 13 Jun 2008 05:43 PM EDT
This lady spoke to me and she used the term an “AHA Moment”. We discussed this as when all of the sudden another problem, concern or idea pops up. She wonders why if she keeps having these “AHA MOMENTS” how can those 4 school board members, Anne Geiger, Kat Gordon, Darryl Flynn and Joie Cadle think that in a matter of 1-2 months that they have truly thought this entire matter over. The public keeps bringing concerns and ideas to these 4 and yet they continue to be so stubborn and dare I say egotistical to ... more » |
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