Will mcps get better post-McKnight?

[Anonymous]

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.

[Anonymous]

Probably not

[Anonymous]

Only if they hire a change maker and that might be too bold for MCPS.

[Anonymous]

Unless we adults and students stay informed, stay active in happenings within schools, advocate, probably no, it will not improve. How many will vote in the primary in May not knowing anything about the Board of Education members? More than we think.

[Anonymous]

MCPS is fine. People just like to complain.

[Anonymous]

No, I don’t think so, unfortunately.

There are just too many issues.

- Inept, bloated Central Office
- Poor staff morale
- BOE with a political agenda (that has proven not to be helpful to our students)
- Overcrowded, understaffed school buildings
- Changing demographics of the county as a whole

[Anonymous]

McNight saw a symptom not the issue. We need a different BOE and for them to be accountable to someone.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Unless we adults and students stay informed, stay active in happenings within schools, advocate, probably no, it will not improve. How many will vote in the primary in May not knowing anything about the Board of Education members? More than we think.

I don't think the election is as consequential as you believe. The reality is that being a member of the board does not come with sufficient compensation for members to truly dedicate the time it requires, nor do they have the staff needed to help them make independent decisions and provide proper oversight. The current president of the board has a separate full time job and two children. I am frustrated with the BOE's enabling of McKnight and by extension Biedleman. But the issue is structural.

Bethany Mandel is horrible, has no business being on the BOE and will not get elected. Just in case you were wondering about her.

[Anonymous]

Doubt it. They will double down on the DEI/Woke/Restorative Justice nonsense.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Unless we adults and students stay informed, stay active in happenings within schools, advocate, probably no, it will not improve. How many will vote in the primary in May not knowing anything about the Board of Education members? More than we think.

I don't think the election is as consequential as you believe. The reality is that being a member of the board does not come with sufficient compensation for members to truly dedicate the time it requires, nor do they have the staff needed to help them make independent decisions and provide proper oversight. The current president of the board has a separate full time job and two children. I am frustrated with the BOE's enabling of McKnight and by extension Biedleman. But the issue is structural.

Bethany Mandel is horrible, has no business being on the BOE and will not get elected. Just in case you were wondering about her.

I'm more focused on education issues and opportunities than tawdry gossip like the Beidleman fiasco. MCPS seems to use the school system as a way to try out various educational fads, which does more harm than good. Really just need to get back to basics and focus on educating children.

[Anonymous]

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.

Not until post- this BOE

[Anonymous]

No it will not. The problems at MCPS are systemic.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:No, I don’t think so, unfortunately.

There are just too many issues.

- Inept, bloated Central Office
- Poor staff morale
- BOE with a political agenda (that has proven not to be helpful to our students)
- Overcrowded, understaffed school buildings
- Changing demographics of the county as a whole

Not white enough anymore?

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Unless we adults and students stay informed, stay active in happenings within schools, advocate, probably no, it will not improve. How many will vote in the primary in May not knowing anything about the Board of Education members? More than we think.

I don't think the election is as consequential as you believe. The reality is that being a member of the board does not come with sufficient compensation for members to truly dedicate the time it requires, nor do they have the staff needed to help them make independent decisions and provide proper oversight. The current president of the board has a separate full time job and two children. I am frustrated with the BOE's enabling of McKnight and by extension Biedleman. But the issue is structural.

Bethany Mandel is horrible, has no business being on the BOE and will not get elected. Just in case you were wondering about her.

I'm more focused on education issues and opportunities than tawdry gossip like the Beidleman fiasco. MCPS seems to use the school system as a way to try out various educational fads, which does more harm than good. Really just need to get back to basics and focus on educating children.

Over 25 reports of bullying and sexual harassment since 2016 is hardly tawdry gossip. I agree the focus should be on educating children but that starts with creating and ensuring a safe and supportive environment for educators and students alike.

[Anonymous]

Let's pray cause that's all we got.