Dictator like behavior of the McMinn County school board in Tennessee has been accused of Nazi like behavior banning certain books from their libraries as inappropriate for eighth graders. Although the excuse seems that the book is too mature for the age of the students, it seems like the real reason, to some folks, is that the school board is trying to deny the … [Read more...] about Tennessee School Board Accused of Nazi Like Behavior
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Arming Teachers – A Very Bad Idea!
According to most Americans and those opposing Donald Trump, arming teachers is a very bad idea. References: Statista, March 20, 2018, Martin Armstrong - Arming Teachers: What Do the Teachers Think? Gallup, March 16, 2018, Megan Brenan - Most U.S. Teachers Oppose Carrying Guns in Schools … [Read more...] about Arming Teachers – A Very Bad Idea!
Students: Know Your Rights
From the ACLU website and email newsletter: Students around the country are turning last week's heartbreaking school shooting in Parkland, Florida into an inspiring push for change. In addition to grieving the lives of 17 classmates, students have met with the President, spoken their minds to Members of Congress, and taken to the streets and the internet. This is an incredible … [Read more...] about Students: Know Your Rights