Mr. Klaene's post about the "open door policy" echoes one of the main concerns of the general public. The concern is that our school system has a heavy handed administration. The same has been expressed by many teachers when speaking with those that they trust.
I respect Dr. Holliday's opinion, only when combined with the uncensored input of teachers, parents and students. However, in my opinion, the teacher's input is the most valuable tool of all. Our current educational system seems to be focused on numbers founded by statistics and reports. Some of these reports are possibly falsified to support the results that the administration needs to condone its actions. There are numerous individuals currently looking through material in an effort to prove or disprove the allegations and concerns that have surfaced about ISS operations. I don't understand the referral to a high priced attorney (in
I understand that being constantly questioned about one's credibility is tiring. However, that is part of the job description of a public official. I'm sure it's not easy being School Superintendant, but that is why it pays $170,000 a year plus other benefits. Being open and forthcoming with answers would speed up the process and go a long way in easing the minds of those with concerns. Referring questions to an attorney only feeds the suspicion that things are not as they should be. It also adds an increased financial burden to current budget deficit.
I encourage all those with information to please come forward and I would hope that the ISS administration would assist in resolving the issues that concern the citizens of
This post was written by Larry Coover.
Changes can be made when enough people have had their fill. There is a situation in Morganton that is slightly different from here, but yet the same. In Morganton the people want to keep the Superintendant and the school board wants him gone.
ReplyDeleteThe developments at the last school board meeting were interesting to say the least. Here is a link to the WSOC online article that you can cut and paste.
http://www.wsoctv.com/news/19904340/detail.html
They were unsuccesful in keeping him, but it appears the school board is getting ready to be cleaned out next time around.
It was great to read an article about citizens that were fired up enough to fight for what they believed in.
It is time for the citizens of Statesville and Iredell County to unite and take back their school system. Enough is Enough! Dr. Holliday is manipulating the citizens of Iredell County with his politics and power. I encourage everyone who is reading this to be at the library on Tuesday, July 7th and bring a friend.
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