Why is MCPS radicalizing our children?

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:I love that my child is participating in the MCPS protest. I 100% support it and think it's a great way to learn civics and how to stand up for his rights (like not getting shot in school). And he'll be of voting age in a few months - excellent way for him to get started on the importance of voting.

While I disagree with what they are protesting, we can both agree that taking a child to an organized civil protest can help them learn civics. My older daughter attended a couple of the Tea Party rallies when she was in HS. She found it an enriching experience. My current MS child will be going to the March For Life next year. I see this as a form of educational enrichment.

So, do you think that MCPS is radicalizing our children?

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Our middle school (rosa parks) just sent an email about their plans. Instead of a walkout, they're holding an assembly (makes sense) and then honoring the victims by showing their pictures and reading their names and bios (which makes me wonder if that's a bit too heavy for middle schoolers). Then they are having 17 Minutes of Silent Writing (advocacy letters---sounds okay, but also sounds a bit heavy for kids who might be emotional/fearful).

They reminded us to tell our kids that anyone who walkouts will have an unexcused absence.

Thoughts on this approach?

That sounds like they are radicalizing your children, pp. Look at the thread title and you see what I mean.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:I love that my child is participating in the MCPS protest. I 100% support it and think it's a great way to learn civics and how to stand up for his rights (like not getting shot in school). And he'll be of voting age in a few months - excellent way for him to get started on the importance of voting.

While I disagree with what they are protesting, we can both agree that taking a child to an organized civil protest can help them learn civics. My older daughter attended a couple of the Tea Party rallies when she was in HS. She found it an enriching experience. My current MS child will be going to the March For Life next year. I see this as a form of educational enrichment.

So, do you think that MCPS is radicalizing our children?

Nope. Does MCPS have a left leaning curriculum? Sure - I don't think anyone would argue with that. But, I knew that when I bought my house. It's my job as a parent to make sure my kids see both sides of whatever issue is discussed. When they ask questions, I try to respond in a way that encourages them to think and draw conclusions. Believe me, they don't always take my side on issues. I would not be very happy if my child's MS (or any of her teachers) were to actively encourage the walk-out. That has not been the case. The principle sent out a strong statement saying that it would be considered an unexcused absence and outlined the consequences of that.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:I love that my child is participating in the MCPS protest. I 100% support it and think it's a great way to learn civics and how to stand up for his rights (like not getting shot in school). And he'll be of voting age in a few months - excellent way for him to get started on the importance of voting.

While I disagree with what they are protesting, we can both agree that taking a child to an organized civil protest can help them learn civics. My older daughter attended a couple of the Tea Party rallies when she was in HS. She found it an enriching experience. My current MS child will be going to the March For Life next year. I see this as a form of educational enrichment.

So, do you think that MCPS is radicalizing our children?

Nope. Does MCPS have a left leaning curriculum? Sure - I don't think anyone would argue with that. But, I knew that when I bought my house. It's my job as a parent to make sure my kids see both sides of whatever issue is discussed. When they ask questions, I try to respond in a way that encourages them to think and draw conclusions. Believe me, they don't always take my side on issues. I would not be very happy if my child's MS (or any of her teachers) were to actively encourage the walk-out. That has not been the case. The principle sent out a strong statement saying that it would be considered an unexcused absence and outlined the consequences of that.

Here's somebody I could have a beer with even though s/he spells principal the same way as OP.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:I love that my child is participating in the MCPS protest. I 100% support it and think it's a great way to learn civics and how to stand up for his rights (like not getting shot in school). And he'll be of voting age in a few months - excellent way for him to get started on the importance of voting.

While I disagree with what they are protesting, we can both agree that taking a child to an organized civil protest can help them learn civics. My older daughter attended a couple of the Tea Party rallies when she was in HS. She found it an enriching experience. My current MS child will be going to the March For Life next year. I see this as a form of educational enrichment.

So, do you think that MCPS is radicalizing our children?

Nope. Does MCPS have a left leaning curriculum? Sure - I don't think anyone would argue with that. But, I knew that when I bought my house. It's my job as a parent to make sure my kids see both sides of whatever issue is discussed. When they ask questions, I try to respond in a way that encourages them to think and draw conclusions. Believe me, they don't always take my side on issues. I would not be very happy if my child's MS (or any of her teachers) were to actively encourage the walk-out. That has not been the case. The principle sent out a strong statement saying that it would be considered an unexcused absence and outlined the consequences of that.

Here's somebody I could have a beer with even though s/he spells principal the same way as OP.

We’re a household of one centrist parent and one right wing trump supporter parent. We also knew what MoCo was like when we decided to settle here and don’t worry about our children being radicalized. They are exposed to a variety of challenging ideas, and importantly, taught that all citizens have civic responsibilities. We are going to die out and our children will inherit this form of government, and it’s my hope that they learn how to maintain it. I think mcps has struck the right balance in this situation.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:We’re a household of one centrist parent and one right wing trump supporter parent. We also knew what MoCo was like when we decided to settle here and don’t worry about our children being radicalized. They are exposed to a variety of challenging ideas, and importantly, taught that all citizens have civic responsibilities. We are going to die out and our children will inherit this form of government, and it’s my hope that they learn how to maintain it. I think mcps has struck the right balance in this situation.

I am sorry for the centrist parent that has to live with a right wing Trump supporter.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:We’re a household of one centrist parent and one right wing trump supporter parent. We also knew what MoCo was like when we decided to settle here and don’t worry about our children being radicalized. They are exposed to a variety of challenging ideas, and importantly, taught that all citizens have civic responsibilities. We are going to die out and our children will inherit this form of government, and it’s my hope that they learn how to maintain it. I think mcps has struck the right balance in this situation.

I am sorry for the centrist parent that has to live with a right wing Trump supporter.

Move along Troll. Adults talking.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Move along Troll. Adults talking.

You mean the kind of adults like the OP? Or the one who believes the conspiracy theory that Japan was afraid to attack the US because the citizens were armed?

[Anonymous]

Oh geez. I live in Montgomery County to minimize exposure to closed-minded nut jobs like OP.

First, learn to spell principal (remember in 2nd-grade spelling when they said the principal is your pal).

As Trevor Noah brilliantly pointed out, if the kids are old enough to be shot, they are old enough to have an opinion about it.

I would be furious if my child didn't participate. He saw me go to the Women's March and sees my husband and I go door to door for candidates we believe in. We aren't pawns any more than those kids are. Standing up for what you believe in is something these kids should do proudly.

I would feel like a failure if my child was too lazy to stand up for what is right.

You comparisons to abortion and religion show how little you understand. These kids aren't having someone force their way into school to make them have an abortion. They are being shot and killed. Get it? They are victims and they want to be safe.

This is an issue that directly affects them. People like you aren't smart enough or compassionate enough to protect them so they must do it themselves.

We have a uniquely unqualified crotch-grabber running the country. These kids know he doesn't care about them and they need to fight to live in a democracy or it will be taken away from them.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Move along Troll. Adults talking.

You mean the kind of adults like the OP? Or the one who believes the conspiracy theory that Japan was afraid to attack the US because the citizens were armed?

I think any attacker would prefer unarmed victims . Are you missing a chromosome ?

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Oh geez. I live in Montgomery County to minimize exposure to closed-minded nut jobs like OP.

First, learn to spell principal (remember in 2nd-grade spelling when they said the principal is your pal).

As Trevor Noah brilliantly pointed out, if the kids are old enough to be shot, they are old enough to have an opinion about it.

I would be furious if my child didn't participate. He saw me go to the Women's March and sees my husband and I go door to door for candidates we believe in. We aren't pawns any more than those kids are. Standing up for what you believe in is something these kids should do proudly.

I would feel like a failure if my child was too lazy to stand up for what is right.

You comparisons to abortion and religion show how little you understand. These kids aren't having someone force their way into school to make them have an abortion. They are being shot and killed. Get it? They are victims and they want to be safe.

This is an issue that directly affects them. People like you aren't smart enough or compassionate enough to protect them so they must do it themselves.

We have a uniquely unqualified crotch-grabber running the country. These kids know he doesn't care about them and they need to fight to live in a democracy or it will be taken away from them.

How many pats on the back do you need?

[Anonymous]

^^It's not a democracy numbnuts.. It's a republic.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:LOL. You are so lathered up you are attacking someone who agrees with you.
Well done. In the name of teaching history you declare only facts matter. Context, analysis, and theory must be cast aside.
Well done indeed, you have just armed (pun not intended) gunner side with all they need. Just the facts.
In 2013 the prestigious Institute of Medicine estimated between 108,00 and 3 million people per year protected themselves with guns. While approximately 34,000/year were killed by gun violence. https://www.nap.edu/catalog/18319/priorities-for-research-to-reduce-the-threat-of-firearm-related-violence
It’s a fact. By your own declarations nothing else matters. How can you possibly argue we need less guns? Gun ownership saves lives. If it saves one life…
You are your own worst enemy.

Making up quotes and claiming that "they likely accurately capture his sentiments" does not provide context, analysis, nor theory.

So then our students should not study Thucydides??

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Move along Troll. Adults talking.

You mean the kind of adults like the OP? Or the one who believes the conspiracy theory that Japan was afraid to attack the US because the citizens were armed?

I think any attacker would prefer unarmed victims . Are you missing a chromosome ?

That's exactly the reason why I want some people not to have access to guns. Mentally ill, criminals, domestic abusers, and other categories including you, OP.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Oh geez. I live in Montgomery County to minimize exposure to closed-minded nut jobs like OP.

First, learn to spell principal (remember in 2nd-grade spelling when they said the principal is your pal).

As Trevor Noah brilliantly pointed out, if the kids are old enough to be shot, they are old enough to have an opinion about it.

I would be furious if my child didn't participate. He saw me go to the Women's March and sees my husband and I go door to door for candidates we believe in. We aren't pawns any more than those kids are. Standing up for what you believe in is something these kids should do proudly.

I would feel like a failure if my child was too lazy to stand up for what is right.

You comparisons to abortion and religion show how little you understand. These kids aren't having someone force their way into school to make them have an abortion. They are being shot and killed. Get it? They are victims and they want to be safe.

This is an issue that directly affects them. People like you aren't smart enough or compassionate enough to protect them so they must do it themselves.

We have a uniquely unqualified crotch-grabber running the country. These kids know he doesn't care about them and they need to fight to live in a democracy or it will be taken away from them.

How many pats on the back do you need?

You can be as sarcastic as you want, but I happen to agree with what she wrote.