Fellow Members of the King George TEA Party:
During our 1 April 2021 meeting, every one of the meeting's attendees agreed to join me in addressing the King George County School Board at 6:00 PM on Wednesday 28 April at the King George High School in order to raise issues during the Citizen Comment period. Everyone that would like to join in on this effort is warmly welcome to do so. My recommendation is that you prepare your 3 minute monologue NOW, rehearse it over the next couple of days, and 'dress for success' prior to your presentation. Here is the link to that Agenda:
At the time, the impetus for providing this feedback was because our county taxes WILL be raised this year and a significant reason is due to the increased school budget. Our teachers AND students are NOT back in school full-time and as a result the quality of instruction to our county's students is far below what is normally provided during in-person school sessions. In a nutshell, our taxes are going up even though the quality of what we citizens expect to get from those taxes is going down. If a Wal-Mart or Food Lion cashier can attend to their register for an 8-hour shift of constantly meeting with the public then we should expect that our teachers to perform their jobs in-person with their students as well. That is what we pay them to do. The required safety protocols specified by the CDC are all implemented in our county's schools… so why the delay?
I am sure that you have your own perspective based upon what you have personally heard from parents, teacher-friends, and students. Bring up those issues.
Beyond that, however, events at the state and national level have taken a turn that also requires county citizens to provide immediate feedback to the school's leadership. Below are news articles on three subjects that directly impact Virginia's students. These links should provide to you additional information to prepare for your Citizen Comments. Below these links is a copy of Delegate Margaret Ransone's latest letter that also addresses issues in our schools. Again, use her letter as a foundation for YOUR input to the School Board as well.
Delayed Math
Virginia moving to eliminate all accelerated math courses before 11th grade as part of equity-focused planVA Officials May Axe Advanced Math Classes, Critics Cite 'Equity' PushVirginia To Eliminate All Accelerated Maths Classes Prior To 11th Grade. Because 'Equity'
Critical Race Theory
Virginia teacher says critical race theory has damaged community as frustrated parents demand changesCritical race theory in Virginia schools needs to end. I'm a parent watching this unfoldCritical Race Theory Is Taking Over Virginia Beach Schools'Blatantly Lying Or They Do Not Understand Critical Race Theory': Parents Group Releases Evidence Of Indoctrination In Virginia County SchoolsThe End of Basic Education: Biden Issues Public School Critical Race Theory OrderCritical Race Theory and the Death of Public EducationCritical Race Theory Promotes Discrimination And RacismBiden administration offers grants to teach children '1619 Project,' inherent racism central to U.S.Biden Is Using Your Tax Dollars To Make American Kids Hate Their CountryEducation Department Proposal Would Flood Public Schools With Woke Curricula
End Advanced Diplomas
Virginia explores plan to end advanced diplomas: 'Equitably serving the needs...of all of Virginia learners'
The following letter was sent from our Delegate, Margaret Ransone, margaret@margaretransone.com
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Dear Friend,During the last few days, we have received news on several policies that will be implemented in our school systems across the Commonwealth. As a mother of two, with one still in public school, I understand the frustration that many of you have raised regarding these new policies. These ideas will not help our students but rather harm their growth in navigating the fast-paced society we live in today.Plan to End Advanced DiplomasThe Virginia Department of Education is taking steps to end advanced diplomas. This call for the elimination of the advanced diploma is driven in the name of promoting "equity." Consequently, this consolidation effort includes a plan that will redefine the math curriculum, known as the Virginia Math Pathways Initiative(VMPI). VMPI will eliminate ALL math acceleration prior to 11th grade. Math courses, including Algebra 1, Geometry, and Algebra 2, will be considered to be removed from the high school mathematics program. These courses will instead be replaced with essential concepts.You can click the link below to view a full article on the elimination of all accelerated math courses before 11th grade.
Transgender PolicyFollowing a bill passed in the Virginia General Assembly forcing the Virginia Department of Education to establish "clear policies" for how transgender kids should be treated in the public school system. These guidelines include:
- Allowing students to use whatever changing facilities or restrooms that correlate with their chosen sexual identity, regardless of biological sex.
- Barring teachers and school staff from questioning any student entering a restroom or locker room.
- Subjecting teachers or students who fail to use a child's preferred pronouns to disciplinary measures.
- Requiring "gender neutral" attire guidelines for all school-related programs and activities.
- Permitting students to participate in any school event or activity, including extra-curricular programs, "segregated by gender" based on their preferred sexual identity.
You can view the link below to view the full article
The November elections will be upon us quickly. It is a critical time in our history; we need to win the majority back in order to turn back the time on the radicalization of the Commonwealth. I cannot do this alone, as I need you to get involved to help save this Commonwealth. It is my priority to keep you informed with my mailings and my advertising to get out the vote. You can click HERE to donate or mail your donation to Ransone for Delegate, PO Box 358 Kinsale, Virginia 22488. Every donation helps whether it's $25, $100 or even $1,000. Additionally, you can support Team Ransone by volunteering to knock doors, help put up signs or even host a meet and greet. You can click HERE to volunteer.As always, I am honored to represent the 99th District. Please don't hesitate to contact my office by calling (804) 472-4181 or emailing delmransone@house.virginia.gov.God Bless,Margaret
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As always, I welcome any questions or comments you may have.
James Hull
King George TEA Party
King George, Virginia
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