Will mcps get better post-McKnight?

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:So much for the idea that Dr. Felder was going to be a cleansing agent for MCPS's corrupt culture of promoting toxic leaders:

Too bad - an unforced error by Felder. Given how problematic Dempsey is, I would not support Felder to remain superintendent (not sure she wants to stay anyway). Whomever takes over will hopefully re-retire LD.

The arrogance within MCPS to just thumb their nose at things like this baffles me. Same way the BOE didn't care when many people freaked out about Felder's spotty track record when she was announced as Interim Sup. They just don't care.

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:So much for the idea that Dr. Felder was going to be a cleansing agent for MCPS's corrupt culture of promoting toxic leaders:

Too bad - an unforced error by Felder. Given how problematic Dempsey is, I would not support Felder to remain superintendent (not sure she wants to stay anyway). Whomever takes over will hopefully re-retire LD.

The arrogance within MCPS to just thumb their nose at things like this baffles me. Same way the BOE didn't care when many people freaked out about Felder's spotty track record when she was announced as Interim Sup. They just don't care.

I think the BOE cares. They probably didn't have a lot of choices, under the age of 80, who were immediately available to take over after McKnight. But Felder's decision-making, to hold onto bad apples such as Lance, should be cause for concern and tips her as someone who is choosing expediency over quality, because Felder thinks this brings stability to the system. Dr. Felder, it does not bring stability. You have no idea how bad this person is, clearly.

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:So much for the idea that Dr. Felder was going to be a cleansing agent for MCPS's corrupt culture of promoting toxic leaders:

Too bad - an unforced error by Felder. Given how problematic Dempsey is, I would not support Felder to remain superintendent (not sure she wants to stay anyway). Whomever takes over will hopefully re-retire LD.

The arrogance within MCPS to just thumb their nose at things like this baffles me. Same way the BOE didn't care when many people freaked out about Felder's spotty track record when she was announced as Interim Sup. They just don't care.

I think the BOE cares. They probably didn't have a lot of choices, under the age of 80, who were immediately available to take over after McKnight. But Felder's decision-making, to hold onto bad apples such as Lance, should be cause for concern and tips her as someone who is choosing expediency over quality, because Felder thinks this brings stability to the system. Dr. Felder, it does not bring stability. You have no idea how bad this person is, clearly.

+100
One has to wonder about the advice she is getting from senior leadership.

[Anonymous]

Felder just seems like she'll continue on as if McKnight never left. Anyone unhappy with the direction McK was headed will not be happy.

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:So much for the idea that Dr. Felder was going to be a cleansing agent for MCPS's corrupt culture of promoting toxic leaders:

Too bad - an unforced error by Felder. Given how problematic Dempsey is, I would not support Felder to remain superintendent (not sure she wants to stay anyway). Whomever takes over will hopefully re-retire LD.

The arrogance within MCPS to just thumb their nose at things like this baffles me. Same way the BOE didn't care when many people freaked out about Felder's spotty track record when she was announced as Interim Sup. They just don't care.

I think the BOE cares. They probably didn't have a lot of choices, under the age of 80, who were immediately available to take over after McKnight. But Felder's decision-making, to hold onto bad apples such as Lance, should be cause for concern and tips her as someone who is choosing expediency over quality, because Felder thinks this brings stability to the system. Dr. Felder, it does not bring stability. You have no idea how bad this person is, clearly.

+100
One has to wonder about the advice she is getting from senior leadership.

I guess Dr. Johnson isn't aware of LD's overall management approach. Wow.

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:So much for the idea that Dr. Felder was going to be a cleansing agent for MCPS's corrupt culture of promoting toxic leaders:

Too bad - an unforced error by Felder. Given how problematic Dempsey is, I would not support Felder to remain superintendent (not sure she wants to stay anyway). Whomever takes over will hopefully re-retire LD.

The arrogance within MCPS to just thumb their nose at things like this baffles me. Same way the BOE didn't care when many people freaked out about Felder's spotty track record when she was announced as Interim Sup. They just don't care.

I think the BOE cares. They probably didn't have a lot of choices, under the age of 80, who were immediately available to take over after McKnight. But Felder's decision-making, to hold onto bad apples such as Lance, should be cause for concern and tips her as someone who is choosing expediency over quality, because Felder thinks this brings stability to the system. Dr. Felder, it does not bring stability. You have no idea how bad this person is, clearly.

+100
One has to wonder about the advice she is getting from senior leadership.

I guess Dr. Johnson isn't aware of LD's overall management approach. Wow.

He is just as bad. I was a new teacher when he was principal at Northwood and he was a huge bully, made people cry and put people he didn't like on PAR. He was a high school principal pal of Lance.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Felder just seems like she'll continue on as if McKnight never left. Anyone unhappy with the direction McK was headed will not be happy.

How much change were you expecting from an interim super joining 2/3 the way through the school year? I mean, really?

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:MCPS used to be well regarded. It’s now a complete mess.

What’s the likelihood new administration will be able to right the course? What will it take?

Considering moving out of state because it’s been such a nightmare- especially with one kid in special Ed.

You should definitely get out of MCPS - you have a child with SN and MCPS will not provide appropriate services.

+1. There are MUCH better districts in the DMV.

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:So much for the idea that Dr. Felder was going to be a cleansing agent for MCPS's corrupt culture of promoting toxic leaders:

Too bad - an unforced error by Felder. Given how problematic Dempsey is, I would not support Felder to remain superintendent (not sure she wants to stay anyway). Whomever takes over will hopefully re-retire LD.

The arrogance within MCPS to just thumb their nose at things like this baffles me. Same way the BOE didn't care when many people freaked out about Felder's spotty track record when she was announced as Interim Sup. They just don't care.

I think the BOE cares. They probably didn't have a lot of choices, under the age of 80, who were immediately available to take over after McKnight. But Felder's decision-making, to hold onto bad apples such as Lance, should be cause for concern and tips her as someone who is choosing expediency over quality, because Felder thinks this brings stability to the system. Dr. Felder, it does not bring stability. You have no idea how bad this person is, clearly.

+100
One has to wonder about the advice she is getting from senior leadership.

I guess Dr. Johnson isn't aware of LD's overall management approach. Wow.

He is just as bad. I was a new teacher when he was principal at Northwood and he was a huge bully, made people cry and put people he didn't like on PAR. He was a high school principal pal of Lance.

Cronyism at its finest.

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:So much for the idea that Dr. Felder was going to be a cleansing agent for MCPS's corrupt culture of promoting toxic leaders:

Too bad - an unforced error by Felder. Given how problematic Dempsey is, I would not support Felder to remain superintendent (not sure she wants to stay anyway). Whomever takes over will hopefully re-retire LD.

The arrogance within MCPS to just thumb their nose at things like this baffles me. Same way the BOE didn't care when many people freaked out about Felder's spotty track record when she was announced as Interim Sup. They just don't care.

I think the BOE cares. They probably didn't have a lot of choices, under the age of 80, who were immediately available to take over after McKnight. But Felder's decision-making, to hold onto bad apples such as Lance, should be cause for concern and tips her as someone who is choosing expediency over quality, because Felder thinks this brings stability to the system. Dr. Felder, it does not bring stability. You have no idea how bad this person is, clearly.

+100
One has to wonder about the advice she is getting from senior leadership.

I guess Dr. Johnson isn't aware of LD's overall management approach. Wow.

He is just as bad. I was a new teacher when he was principal at Northwood and he was a huge bully, made people cry and put people he didn't like on PAR. He was a high school principal pal of Lance.

I am sorry to hear this. He seemed like a good person to me, but people can have many outward appearances depending on who they are talking to. Damn.

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:So much for the idea that Dr. Felder was going to be a cleansing agent for MCPS's corrupt culture of promoting toxic leaders:

Too bad - an unforced error by Felder. Given how problematic Dempsey is, I would not support Felder to remain superintendent (not sure she wants to stay anyway). Whomever takes over will hopefully re-retire LD.

The arrogance within MCPS to just thumb their nose at things like this baffles me. Same way the BOE didn't care when many people freaked out about Felder's spotty track record when she was announced as Interim Sup. They just don't care.

I think the BOE cares. They probably didn't have a lot of choices, under the age of 80, who were immediately available to take over after McKnight. But Felder's decision-making, to hold onto bad apples such as Lance, should be cause for concern and tips her as someone who is choosing expediency over quality, because Felder thinks this brings stability to the system. Dr. Felder, it does not bring stability. You have no idea how bad this person is, clearly.

+100
One has to wonder about the advice she is getting from senior leadership.

I guess Dr. Johnson isn't aware of LD's overall management approach. Wow.

He is just as bad. I was a new teacher when he was principal at Northwood and he was a huge bully, made people cry and put people he didn't like on PAR. He was a high school principal pal of Lance.

I am sorry to hear this. He seemed like a good person to me, but people can have many outward appearances depending on who they are talking to. Damn.

Worked with him in CO when he was Smith’s right-hand man…was not impressed by the way he liked to throw his weight around.

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:So much for the idea that Dr. Felder was going to be a cleansing agent for MCPS's corrupt culture of promoting toxic leaders:

Too bad - an unforced error by Felder. Given how problematic Dempsey is, I would not support Felder to remain superintendent (not sure she wants to stay anyway). Whomever takes over will hopefully re-retire LD.

The arrogance within MCPS to just thumb their nose at things like this baffles me. Same way the BOE didn't care when many people freaked out about Felder's spotty track record when she was announced as Interim Sup. They just don't care.

I think the BOE cares. They probably didn't have a lot of choices, under the age of 80, who were immediately available to take over after McKnight. But Felder's decision-making, to hold onto bad apples such as Lance, should be cause for concern and tips her as someone who is choosing expediency over quality, because Felder thinks this brings stability to the system. Dr. Felder, it does not bring stability. You have no idea how bad this person is, clearly.

+100
One has to wonder about the advice she is getting from senior leadership.

I guess Dr. Johnson isn't aware of LD's overall management approach. Wow.

He is just as bad. I was a new teacher when he was principal at Northwood and he was a huge bully, made people cry and put people he didn't like on PAR. He was a high school principal pal of Lance.

Is there any documented evidence of this or just more anonymous complaints and gossip?

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:So much for the idea that Dr. Felder was going to be a cleansing agent for MCPS's corrupt culture of promoting toxic leaders:

Too bad - an unforced error by Felder. Given how problematic Dempsey is, I would not support Felder to remain superintendent (not sure she wants to stay anyway). Whomever takes over will hopefully re-retire LD.

The arrogance within MCPS to just thumb their nose at things like this baffles me. Same way the BOE didn't care when many people freaked out about Felder's spotty track record when she was announced as Interim Sup. They just don't care.

I think the BOE cares. They probably didn't have a lot of choices, under the age of 80, who were immediately available to take over after McKnight. But Felder's decision-making, to hold onto bad apples such as Lance, should be cause for concern and tips her as someone who is choosing expediency over quality, because Felder thinks this brings stability to the system. Dr. Felder, it does not bring stability. You have no idea how bad this person is, clearly.

+100
One has to wonder about the advice she is getting from senior leadership.

I guess Dr. Johnson isn't aware of LD's overall management approach. Wow.

He is just as bad. I was a new teacher when he was principal at Northwood and he was a huge bully, made people cry and put people he didn't like on PAR. He was a high school principal pal of Lance.

Is there any documented evidence of this or just more anonymous complaints and gossip?

Anonymous complaints and gossip seem to be the easiest way to bring about change with leadership that isn't popular with some highly vocal extremist groups.

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:MCPS used to be well regarded. It’s now a complete mess.

What’s the likelihood new administration will be able to right the course? What will it take?

Considering moving out of state because it’s been such a nightmare- especially with one kid in special Ed.

You should definitely get out of MCPS - you have a child with SN and MCPS will not provide appropriate services.

+1. There are MUCH better districts in the DMV.

Except there really aren't if you care about academics. MCPS has higher achieving students than any other district but sure it's fun to complain.

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:So much for the idea that Dr. Felder was going to be a cleansing agent for MCPS's corrupt culture of promoting toxic leaders:

Too bad - an unforced error by Felder. Given how problematic Dempsey is, I would not support Felder to remain superintendent (not sure she wants to stay anyway). Whomever takes over will hopefully re-retire LD.

The arrogance within MCPS to just thumb their nose at things like this baffles me. Same way the BOE didn't care when many people freaked out about Felder's spotty track record when she was announced as Interim Sup. They just don't care.

I think the BOE cares. They probably didn't have a lot of choices, under the age of 80, who were immediately available to take over after McKnight. But Felder's decision-making, to hold onto bad apples such as Lance, should be cause for concern and tips her as someone who is choosing expediency over quality, because Felder thinks this brings stability to the system. Dr. Felder, it does not bring stability. You have no idea how bad this person is, clearly.

+100
One has to wonder about the advice she is getting from senior leadership.

I guess Dr. Johnson isn't aware of LD's overall management approach. Wow.

He is just as bad. I was a new teacher when he was principal at Northwood and he was a huge bully, made people cry and put people he didn't like on PAR. He was a high school principal pal of Lance.

I am sorry to hear this. He seemed like a good person to me, but people can have many outward appearances depending on who they are talking to. Damn.

He seemed great to me too. I wouldn't give any weight to this anonymous gossip.