So the Stamford Board of Education has decided to close the school that my oldest son attends, and I have now been drafted into the Save Toquam movement. Needless to say we are very disappointed that the board would make a decision primarily for fiscal reasons, rather than trying to improve the districts academically.
If you are a local reader, I would appreciate you voicing your concerns to the Board of Education, superindent, or mayor about closing a very diverse and integrated school that is succeeding with No Child Left Behind Standards. It is only one of three schools in the district to make Annual Yearly Progress.
Net/Net this should keep me busy for a bit, and not really able to blog too much about the injustices of the world. I would appreciate if you keep peaking in, since I will try to keep you updated on the progress. Until then, here are some links if you are interested.
Ensuring the redistricting would be best
Parents Remain Wary of redistricting scenarios
Redistricting could close two schools, add preschool space
Board considers closing schools as part of redistricting
Diversity dilemma Parents, RISE committee disagree over influence of race on options
AYP: 12 Schools in need of improvement
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