virtual academy 2022-2023

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If these parents want to homeschool their kids, they can homeschool their kids. Why do tax payers and MCPS have to fund it?

Also shame on these parents for telling their kids they have "long COVID" and now can't be in public without fear of their immune systems shutting down.

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Anonymous wrote:If these parents want to homeschool their kids, they can homeschool their kids. Why do tax payers and MCPS have to fund it?

Also shame on these parents for telling their kids they have "long COVID" and now can't be in public without fear of their immune systems shutting down.

I think there was an entire family with long covid that testified. Is long covid genetic?

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Anonymous wrote:If these parents want to homeschool their kids, they can homeschool their kids. Why do tax payers and MCPS have to fund it?

Also shame on these parents for telling their kids they have "long COVID" and now can't be in public without fear of their immune systems shutting down.

You know the best cost savings would be to shut down your children’s school. Why do we have to pay for in person just because you want free child care. You are smarter than everyone else so you can homeschool and do a better job than mcps. Why should taxpayers fund school buildings when you have a comfortable million dollar house?

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Anonymous wrote:Welp, looks like at least one student wants us to continue the MVA because they are "shy" and like it because they can learn in a "comfortable environment."

I don't think this will be a convincing argument to the BOE lol.

Testimony posted on boardocs:

https://drive.google.com/file/d/18pIh04bhCGVM6v32-ZLud5ELQXsOvuSS/view

Did you even read and actually listen to the testimony? Kinda sad that is all you got out of it.

Yes I did. It is sad really that parents are enabling this. Kids need to learn to navigate the world regardless of being shy. I was shy too, but I am grateful I had exposure to normal social situations. My son was bullied in middle school. I am sure many parents are shielding their bullied kids with VA, which is so so wrong. It's a form of child abuse.

Wow, you think it's ok your child was bullied and would let him remain in a bad situation over finding an alternative. That speaks volumes of you as a parent. As a parent, I'd do anything to get my child into a better school environment.

What you did was child abuse. Well, actually neglect. You knew your son was being bullied and you ignored it and now rationalize your behavior.

I feel so bad for your son to have to go through that without any support at home.

Yes, I let him figure it all out on his own and he ended up with friends for life from middle school, high school, and college. He is now a recent college graduate with lots of friends and a great job making close to six figures. Had I imprisoned him in our home, I am sure the outcome would have been tragic.

You are a neglectful parent. And, you don't have kids in MCPS and are grown, why are you trolling this board and stirring up trouble?

You are lucky he is ok as it could have been far worse. Lots of kids commit suicide over stuff like that.

I have a younger one there. She also is dealing with bullying and has done a great job navigating it on her own with additional supports at school. I don't need to pull her out of school because she's shy or different. Kids are mean in middle school...we all went through it. Shielding and protecting your kids from it only creates more problems down the road. They will never learn how to deal with awkward or difficult social situations.

Well I guess you will find out how successful she was dealing on her own after she’s an adult and has her own children. If she talks to you.

LOL we have a great relationship. I don't hover over her like the crazy nut case helicopter virtual parents.

I'm a proud helicopter parent and what's nice is I have a strong relationship with my kids as we get to spend time together as when they were in person between school and activities we barely saw each other.

Amen. I love havingmy kids at home with me, they are happy and thriving. Shame some people don't understand tat and want them forced back to bad schools.

This is a reason for the virtual academy? How about we just fix the schools?

For many families enrolled currently in the MVA, yes it is a reason. It is THE reason. Apart from the kids who have social anxiety, avoiding schools that parents deem too dangerous due to fighting, bullying, etc. is the most commonly cited reason for doing the MVA. It’s quite remarkable actually that these families have been able to take a pandemic learning tool and turn it into a school choice program for schools deemed too violent or emotionally unsafe to attend in person.

And when those kids get older and are forced to integrate to become productive members of society, how do you think that adjustment is going to go?

Kids with parents like you are why kids are bullying. You spend your days online bullying and trolling others instead of spending time with them. And, you probably bully them to so that's all they know.

Why do you care? It has no impact on your life.

Clearly its working given the numbers and speeches given tonight at the BOE.

That means there's a small number of people
that like it. It certainly doesn't mean it is working.

They only allowed a limited number of speeches and the room was packed full of MVA families and staff as well as many more outside.

The petition is almost to 1800 signatures and continuing to rise.

Why do you dismiss the testimony of families in the MVA when you have no experience with it? Why do you think you know what's best?

Are you that fake psychologist looking for her five minutes of fame.

Yes, we know. They were the only group all night to interrupt and try to shout down another person giving testimony at the meeting.

They didn't shout down anyone. And, of course they will support their school and speak the truth vs. her and others lies.

From what I observed last night, the MVA crowd was very rude to one particular speaker who asked that the board consider some of the data that was recently released and shared some of her experiences as a psychologist who sees families who were in the MVA who did not thrive. They even yelled at the speaker's daughter about the school she attends? Very rambunctious and classless crowd if you ask me. I guess this is what happens when you don't get out much. And what kind of role modeling is this for their kids, many of them who were present?

I also was struck by one student's testimony (alongside his dad) claiming that since he entered virtual academy, his grades went from "very low grades" in person to "100 percents in every single class" in the MVA. Straight 100s? Does MVA have a serious grade inflation issue? I hope BOE is aware of this.

No grade inflation. Probably parent support. The speaker has no direct experience with the mva. That was the issue. She has never spoken to anyone or directly observed it.

You would be passionate if they ere trying to close your child’s school. Be real.

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Anonymous wrote:Welp, looks like at least one student wants us to continue the MVA because they are "shy" and like it because they can learn in a "comfortable environment."

I don't think this will be a convincing argument to the BOE lol.

Testimony posted on boardocs:

https://drive.google.com/file/d/18pIh04bhCGVM6v32-ZLud5ELQXsOvuSS/view

Did you even read and actually listen to the testimony? Kinda sad that is all you got out of it.

Yes I did. It is sad really that parents are enabling this. Kids need to learn to navigate the world regardless of being shy. I was shy too, but I am grateful I had exposure to normal social situations. My son was bullied in middle school. I am sure many parents are shielding their bullied kids with VA, which is so so wrong. It's a form of child abuse.

Wow, you think it's ok your child was bullied and would let him remain in a bad situation over finding an alternative. That speaks volumes of you as a parent. As a parent, I'd do anything to get my child into a better school environment.

What you did was child abuse. Well, actually neglect. You knew your son was being bullied and you ignored it and now rationalize your behavior.

I feel so bad for your son to have to go through that without any support at home.

Yes, I let him figure it all out on his own and he ended up with friends for life from middle school, high school, and college. He is now a recent college graduate with lots of friends and a great job making close to six figures. Had I imprisoned him in our home, I am sure the outcome would have been tragic.

You are a neglectful parent. And, you don't have kids in MCPS and are grown, why are you trolling this board and stirring up trouble?

You are lucky he is ok as it could have been far worse. Lots of kids commit suicide over stuff like that.

I have a younger one there. She also is dealing with bullying and has done a great job navigating it on her own with additional supports at school. I don't need to pull her out of school because she's shy or different. Kids are mean in middle school...we all went through it. Shielding and protecting your kids from it only creates more problems down the road. They will never learn how to deal with awkward or difficult social situations.

Well I guess you will find out how successful she was dealing on her own after she’s an adult and has her own children. If she talks to you.

LOL we have a great relationship. I don't hover over her like the crazy nut case helicopter virtual parents.

I'm a proud helicopter parent and what's nice is I have a strong relationship with my kids as we get to spend time together as when they were in person between school and activities we barely saw each other.

Amen. I love havingmy kids at home with me, they are happy and thriving. Shame some people don't understand tat and want them forced back to bad schools.

This is a reason for the virtual academy? How about we just fix the schools?

For many families enrolled currently in the MVA, yes it is a reason. It is THE reason. Apart from the kids who have social anxiety, avoiding schools that parents deem too dangerous due to fighting, bullying, etc. is the most commonly cited reason for doing the MVA. It’s quite remarkable actually that these families have been able to take a pandemic learning tool and turn it into a school choice program for schools deemed too violent or emotionally unsafe to attend in person.

And when those kids get older and are forced to integrate to become productive members of society, how do you think that adjustment is going to go?

Kids with parents like you are why kids are bullying. You spend your days online bullying and trolling others instead of spending time with them. And, you probably bully them to so that's all they know.

Why do you care? It has no impact on your life.

Clearly its working given the numbers and speeches given tonight at the BOE.

That means there's a small number of people
that like it. It certainly doesn't mean it is working.

They only allowed a limited number of speeches and the room was packed full of MVA families and staff as well as many more outside.

The petition is almost to 1800 signatures and continuing to rise.

Why do you dismiss the testimony of families in the MVA when you have no experience with it? Why do you think you know what's best?

Are you that fake psychologist looking for her five minutes of fame.

Yes, we know. They were the only group all night to interrupt and try to shout down another person giving testimony at the meeting.

They didn't shout down anyone. And, of course they will support their school and speak the truth vs. her and others lies.

From what I observed last night, the MVA crowd was very rude to one particular speaker who asked that the board consider some of the data that was recently released and shared some of her experiences as a psychologist who sees families who were in the MVA who did not thrive. They even yelled at the speaker's daughter about the school she attends? Very rambunctious and classless crowd if you ask me. I guess this is what happens when you don't get out much. And what kind of role modeling is this for their kids, many of them who were present?

I also was struck by one student's testimony (alongside his dad) claiming that since he entered virtual academy, his grades went from "very low grades" in person to "100 percents in every single class" in the MVA. Straight 100s? Does MVA have a serious grade inflation issue? I hope BOE is aware of this.

That's an interesting question. One of the puzzles from the initial evaluation was that chronic absenteeism was sky high, standardized test scores were low, but grades were the same as in-person peers.

Grade inflation is already a big issue for in person students, but this seems over the top when a student has a perfect score (100) in all classes. This should be a red flag. I really hope the BOE looks into this.

Or maybe the kid has the time to work hard. Testimony from one minor child.. and you're so incensed you want them investigated for cheating?

What's wrong with you?

I don't think the testimony is the relevant point - the relevant point is the disconnect between test scores, attendance, and grades.

There is no current data being released and the data was from the first year and it was run differently. Pay attention.

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Anonymous wrote:Welp, looks like at least one student wants us to continue the MVA because they are "shy" and like it because they can learn in a "comfortable environment."

I don't think this will be a convincing argument to the BOE lol.

Testimony posted on boardocs:

https://drive.google.com/file/d/18pIh04bhCGVM6v32-ZLud5ELQXsOvuSS/view

Did you even read and actually listen to the testimony? Kinda sad that is all you got out of it.

Yes I did. It is sad really that parents are enabling this. Kids need to learn to navigate the world regardless of being shy. I was shy too, but I am grateful I had exposure to normal social situations. My son was bullied in middle school. I am sure many parents are shielding their bullied kids with VA, which is so so wrong. It's a form of child abuse.

Wow, you think it's ok your child was bullied and would let him remain in a bad situation over finding an alternative. That speaks volumes of you as a parent. As a parent, I'd do anything to get my child into a better school environment.

What you did was child abuse. Well, actually neglect. You knew your son was being bullied and you ignored it and now rationalize your behavior.

I feel so bad for your son to have to go through that without any support at home.

Yes, I let him figure it all out on his own and he ended up with friends for life from middle school, high school, and college. He is now a recent college graduate with lots of friends and a great job making close to six figures. Had I imprisoned him in our home, I am sure the outcome would have been tragic.

You are a neglectful parent. And, you don't have kids in MCPS and are grown, why are you trolling this board and stirring up trouble?

You are lucky he is ok as it could have been far worse. Lots of kids commit suicide over stuff like that.

I have a younger one there. She also is dealing with bullying and has done a great job navigating it on her own with additional supports at school. I don't need to pull her out of school because she's shy or different. Kids are mean in middle school...we all went through it. Shielding and protecting your kids from it only creates more problems down the road. They will never learn how to deal with awkward or difficult social situations.

Well I guess you will find out how successful she was dealing on her own after she’s an adult and has her own children. If she talks to you.

LOL we have a great relationship. I don't hover over her like the crazy nut case helicopter virtual parents.

I'm a proud helicopter parent and what's nice is I have a strong relationship with my kids as we get to spend time together as when they were in person between school and activities we barely saw each other.

Amen. I love havingmy kids at home with me, they are happy and thriving. Shame some people don't understand tat and want them forced back to bad schools.

This is a reason for the virtual academy? How about we just fix the schools?

For many families enrolled currently in the MVA, yes it is a reason. It is THE reason. Apart from the kids who have social anxiety, avoiding schools that parents deem too dangerous due to fighting, bullying, etc. is the most commonly cited reason for doing the MVA. It’s quite remarkable actually that these families have been able to take a pandemic learning tool and turn it into a school choice program for schools deemed too violent or emotionally unsafe to attend in person.

And when those kids get older and are forced to integrate to become productive members of society, how do you think that adjustment is going to go?

Kids with parents like you are why kids are bullying. You spend your days online bullying and trolling others instead of spending time with them. And, you probably bully them to so that's all they know.

Why do you care? It has no impact on your life.

Clearly its working given the numbers and speeches given tonight at the BOE.

That means there's a small number of people
that like it. It certainly doesn't mean it is working.

They only allowed a limited number of speeches and the room was packed full of MVA families and staff as well as many more outside.

The petition is almost to 1800 signatures and continuing to rise.

Why do you dismiss the testimony of families in the MVA when you have no experience with it? Why do you think you know what's best?

Are you that fake psychologist looking for her five minutes of fame.

Yes, we know. They were the only group all night to interrupt and try to shout down another person giving testimony at the meeting.

They didn't shout down anyone. And, of course they will support their school and speak the truth vs. her and others lies.

From what I observed last night, the MVA crowd was very rude to one particular speaker who asked that the board consider some of the data that was recently released and shared some of her experiences as a psychologist who sees families who were in the MVA who did not thrive. They even yelled at the speaker's daughter about the school she attends? Very rambunctious and classless crowd if you ask me. I guess this is what happens when you don't get out much. And what kind of role modeling is this for their kids, many of them who were present?

I also was struck by one student's testimony (alongside his dad) claiming that since he entered virtual academy, his grades went from "very low grades" in person to "100 percents in every single class" in the MVA. Straight 100s? Does MVA have a serious grade inflation issue? I hope BOE is aware of this.

That's an interesting question. One of the puzzles from the initial evaluation was that chronic absenteeism was sky high, standardized test scores were low, but grades were the same as in-person peers.

Grade inflation is already a big issue for in person students, but this seems over the top when a student has a perfect score (100) in all classes. This should be a red flag. I really hope the BOE looks into this.

Or maybe the kid has the time to work hard. Testimony from one minor child.. and you're so incensed you want them investigated for cheating?

What's wrong with you?

Where did I imply cheating? Grade inflation is usually due to unchallenging curriculum or lots of retakes and no points off for late or missing work. Either way going from failing to 100s is very suspect.

Look, let's not be dumb. Cheating was rampant during virtual learning during the pandemic. A kid who is getting 100%s across the board virtually is a reason to raise eyebrows. It's much easier to cheat in virtual school than in-person.

Maybe your kids cheated, mine did not.

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Anonymous wrote:If these parents want to homeschool their kids, they can homeschool their kids. Why do tax payers and MCPS have to fund it?

Also shame on these parents for telling their kids they have "long COVID" and now can't be in public without fear of their immune systems shutting down.

You know the best cost savings would be to shut down your children’s school. Why do we have to pay for in person just because you want free child care. You are smarter than everyone else so you can homeschool and do a better job than mcps. Why should taxpayers fund school buildings when you have a comfortable million dollar house?

This is a teacher speaking...no question lol.

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Anonymous wrote:Welp, looks like at least one student wants us to continue the MVA because they are "shy" and like it because they can learn in a "comfortable environment."

I don't think this will be a convincing argument to the BOE lol.

Testimony posted on boardocs:

https://drive.google.com/file/d/18pIh04bhCGVM6v32-ZLud5ELQXsOvuSS/view

Did you even read and actually listen to the testimony? Kinda sad that is all you got out of it.

Yes I did. It is sad really that parents are enabling this. Kids need to learn to navigate the world regardless of being shy. I was shy too, but I am grateful I had exposure to normal social situations. My son was bullied in middle school. I am sure many parents are shielding their bullied kids with VA, which is so so wrong. It's a form of child abuse.

Wow, you think it's ok your child was bullied and would let him remain in a bad situation over finding an alternative. That speaks volumes of you as a parent. As a parent, I'd do anything to get my child into a better school environment.

What you did was child abuse. Well, actually neglect. You knew your son was being bullied and you ignored it and now rationalize your behavior.

I feel so bad for your son to have to go through that without any support at home.

Yes, I let him figure it all out on his own and he ended up with friends for life from middle school, high school, and college. He is now a recent college graduate with lots of friends and a great job making close to six figures. Had I imprisoned him in our home, I am sure the outcome would have been tragic.

You are a neglectful parent. And, you don't have kids in MCPS and are grown, why are you trolling this board and stirring up trouble?

You are lucky he is ok as it could have been far worse. Lots of kids commit suicide over stuff like that.

I have a younger one there. She also is dealing with bullying and has done a great job navigating it on her own with additional supports at school. I don't need to pull her out of school because she's shy or different. Kids are mean in middle school...we all went through it. Shielding and protecting your kids from it only creates more problems down the road. They will never learn how to deal with awkward or difficult social situations.

Well I guess you will find out how successful she was dealing on her own after she’s an adult and has her own children. If she talks to you.

LOL we have a great relationship. I don't hover over her like the crazy nut case helicopter virtual parents.

I'm a proud helicopter parent and what's nice is I have a strong relationship with my kids as we get to spend time together as when they were in person between school and activities we barely saw each other.

Amen. I love havingmy kids at home with me, they are happy and thriving. Shame some people don't understand tat and want them forced back to bad schools.

This is a reason for the virtual academy? How about we just fix the schools?

For many families enrolled currently in the MVA, yes it is a reason. It is THE reason. Apart from the kids who have social anxiety, avoiding schools that parents deem too dangerous due to fighting, bullying, etc. is the most commonly cited reason for doing the MVA. It’s quite remarkable actually that these families have been able to take a pandemic learning tool and turn it into a school choice program for schools deemed too violent or emotionally unsafe to attend in person.

And when those kids get older and are forced to integrate to become productive members of society, how do you think that adjustment is going to go?

Kids with parents like you are why kids are bullying. You spend your days online bullying and trolling others instead of spending time with them. And, you probably bully them to so that's all they know.

Why do you care? It has no impact on your life.

Clearly its working given the numbers and speeches given tonight at the BOE.

That means there's a small number of people
that like it. It certainly doesn't mean it is working.

They only allowed a limited number of speeches and the room was packed full of MVA families and staff as well as many more outside.

The petition is almost to 1800 signatures and continuing to rise.

Why do you dismiss the testimony of families in the MVA when you have no experience with it? Why do you think you know what's best?

Are you that fake psychologist looking for her five minutes of fame.

Yes, we know. They were the only group all night to interrupt and try to shout down another person giving testimony at the meeting.

They didn't shout down anyone. And, of course they will support their school and speak the truth vs. her and others lies.

From what I observed last night, the MVA crowd was very rude to one particular speaker who asked that the board consider some of the data that was recently released and shared some of her experiences as a psychologist who sees families who were in the MVA who did not thrive. They even yelled at the speaker's daughter about the school she attends? Very rambunctious and classless crowd if you ask me. I guess this is what happens when you don't get out much. And what kind of role modeling is this for their kids, many of them who were present?

I also was struck by one student's testimony (alongside his dad) claiming that since he entered virtual academy, his grades went from "very low grades" in person to "100 percents in every single class" in the MVA. Straight 100s? Does MVA have a serious grade inflation issue? I hope BOE is aware of this.

No grade inflation. Probably parent support. The speaker has no direct experience with the mva. That was the issue. She has never spoken to anyone or directly observed it.

You would be passionate if they ere trying to close your child’s school. Be real.

I am being real. I prefer to look at facts and data, not go on the testimonies of people making spectacles of themselves. It really was over the top and unseemly.

Not only did that presenter have hard facts and data, she DID have direct contact with families who were in the MVA (her clients).

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Anonymous wrote:Welp, looks like at least one student wants us to continue the MVA because they are "shy" and like it because they can learn in a "comfortable environment."

I don't think this will be a convincing argument to the BOE lol.

Testimony posted on boardocs:

https://drive.google.com/file/d/18pIh04bhCGVM6v32-ZLud5ELQXsOvuSS/view

Did you even read and actually listen to the testimony? Kinda sad that is all you got out of it.

Yes I did. It is sad really that parents are enabling this. Kids need to learn to navigate the world regardless of being shy. I was shy too, but I am grateful I had exposure to normal social situations. My son was bullied in middle school. I am sure many parents are shielding their bullied kids with VA, which is so so wrong. It's a form of child abuse.

Wow, you think it's ok your child was bullied and would let him remain in a bad situation over finding an alternative. That speaks volumes of you as a parent. As a parent, I'd do anything to get my child into a better school environment.

What you did was child abuse. Well, actually neglect. You knew your son was being bullied and you ignored it and now rationalize your behavior.

I feel so bad for your son to have to go through that without any support at home.

Yes, I let him figure it all out on his own and he ended up with friends for life from middle school, high school, and college. He is now a recent college graduate with lots of friends and a great job making close to six figures. Had I imprisoned him in our home, I am sure the outcome would have been tragic.

You are a neglectful parent. And, you don't have kids in MCPS and are grown, why are you trolling this board and stirring up trouble?

You are lucky he is ok as it could have been far worse. Lots of kids commit suicide over stuff like that.

I have a younger one there. She also is dealing with bullying and has done a great job navigating it on her own with additional supports at school. I don't need to pull her out of school because she's shy or different. Kids are mean in middle school...we all went through it. Shielding and protecting your kids from it only creates more problems down the road. They will never learn how to deal with awkward or difficult social situations.

Well I guess you will find out how successful she was dealing on her own after she’s an adult and has her own children. If she talks to you.

LOL we have a great relationship. I don't hover over her like the crazy nut case helicopter virtual parents.

I'm a proud helicopter parent and what's nice is I have a strong relationship with my kids as we get to spend time together as when they were in person between school and activities we barely saw each other.

Amen. I love havingmy kids at home with me, they are happy and thriving. Shame some people don't understand tat and want them forced back to bad schools.

This is a reason for the virtual academy? How about we just fix the schools?

For many families enrolled currently in the MVA, yes it is a reason. It is THE reason. Apart from the kids who have social anxiety, avoiding schools that parents deem too dangerous due to fighting, bullying, etc. is the most commonly cited reason for doing the MVA. It’s quite remarkable actually that these families have been able to take a pandemic learning tool and turn it into a school choice program for schools deemed too violent or emotionally unsafe to attend in person.

And when those kids get older and are forced to integrate to become productive members of society, how do you think that adjustment is going to go?

Kids with parents like you are why kids are bullying. You spend your days online bullying and trolling others instead of spending time with them. And, you probably bully them to so that's all they know.

Why do you care? It has no impact on your life.

Clearly its working given the numbers and speeches given tonight at the BOE.

That means there's a small number of people
that like it. It certainly doesn't mean it is working.

They only allowed a limited number of speeches and the room was packed full of MVA families and staff as well as many more outside.

The petition is almost to 1800 signatures and continuing to rise.

Why do you dismiss the testimony of families in the MVA when you have no experience with it? Why do you think you know what's best?

Are you that fake psychologist looking for her five minutes of fame.

Yes, we know. They were the only group all night to interrupt and try to shout down another person giving testimony at the meeting.

They didn't shout down anyone. And, of course they will support their school and speak the truth vs. her and others lies.

From what I observed last night, the MVA crowd was very rude to one particular speaker who asked that the board consider some of the data that was recently released and shared some of her experiences as a psychologist who sees families who were in the MVA who did not thrive. They even yelled at the speaker's daughter about the school she attends? Very rambunctious and classless crowd if you ask me. I guess this is what happens when you don't get out much. And what kind of role modeling is this for their kids, many of them who were present?

I also was struck by one student's testimony (alongside his dad) claiming that since he entered virtual academy, his grades went from "very low grades" in person to "100 percents in every single class" in the MVA. Straight 100s? Does MVA have a serious grade inflation issue? I hope BOE is aware of this.

That's an interesting question. One of the puzzles from the initial evaluation was that chronic absenteeism was sky high, standardized test scores were low, but grades were the same as in-person peers.

Grade inflation is already a big issue for in person students, but this seems over the top when a student has a perfect score (100) in all classes. This should be a red flag. I really hope the BOE looks into this.

Or maybe the kid has the time to work hard. Testimony from one minor child.. and you're so incensed you want them investigated for cheating?

What's wrong with you?

Where did I imply cheating? Grade inflation is usually due to unchallenging curriculum or lots of retakes and no points off for late or missing work. Either way going from failing to 100s is very suspect.

Look, let's not be dumb. Cheating was rampant during virtual learning during the pandemic. A kid who is getting 100%s across the board virtually is a reason to raise eyebrows. It's much easier to cheat in virtual school than in-person.

Maybe your kids cheated, mine did not.

Are you the lawyer who was threatening to sue?

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Maybe Virtual Academy could have a dual purpose - for the medically fragile, and for kids who are constantly getting in trouble with the system. You know, the bullies that get moved from one school to the other. It would be great to put them in a place where they have no ability to bully.

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Anonymous wrote:Welp, looks like at least one student wants us to continue the MVA because they are "shy" and like it because they can learn in a "comfortable environment."

I don't think this will be a convincing argument to the BOE lol.

Testimony posted on boardocs:

https://drive.google.com/file/d/18pIh04bhCGVM6v32-ZLud5ELQXsOvuSS/view

Did you even read and actually listen to the testimony? Kinda sad that is all you got out of it.

Yes I did. It is sad really that parents are enabling this. Kids need to learn to navigate the world regardless of being shy. I was shy too, but I am grateful I had exposure to normal social situations. My son was bullied in middle school. I am sure many parents are shielding their bullied kids with VA, which is so so wrong. It's a form of child abuse.

Wow, you think it's ok your child was bullied and would let him remain in a bad situation over finding an alternative. That speaks volumes of you as a parent. As a parent, I'd do anything to get my child into a better school environment.

What you did was child abuse. Well, actually neglect. You knew your son was being bullied and you ignored it and now rationalize your behavior.

I feel so bad for your son to have to go through that without any support at home.

Yes, I let him figure it all out on his own and he ended up with friends for life from middle school, high school, and college. He is now a recent college graduate with lots of friends and a great job making close to six figures. Had I imprisoned him in our home, I am sure the outcome would have been tragic.

You are a neglectful parent. And, you don't have kids in MCPS and are grown, why are you trolling this board and stirring up trouble?

You are lucky he is ok as it could have been far worse. Lots of kids commit suicide over stuff like that.

I have a younger one there. She also is dealing with bullying and has done a great job navigating it on her own with additional supports at school. I don't need to pull her out of school because she's shy or different. Kids are mean in middle school...we all went through it. Shielding and protecting your kids from it only creates more problems down the road. They will never learn how to deal with awkward or difficult social situations.

Well I guess you will find out how successful she was dealing on her own after she’s an adult and has her own children. If she talks to you.

LOL we have a great relationship. I don't hover over her like the crazy nut case helicopter virtual parents.

I'm a proud helicopter parent and what's nice is I have a strong relationship with my kids as we get to spend time together as when they were in person between school and activities we barely saw each other.

Amen. I love havingmy kids at home with me, they are happy and thriving. Shame some people don't understand tat and want them forced back to bad schools.

This is a reason for the virtual academy? How about we just fix the schools?

For many families enrolled currently in the MVA, yes it is a reason. It is THE reason. Apart from the kids who have social anxiety, avoiding schools that parents deem too dangerous due to fighting, bullying, etc. is the most commonly cited reason for doing the MVA. It’s quite remarkable actually that these families have been able to take a pandemic learning tool and turn it into a school choice program for schools deemed too violent or emotionally unsafe to attend in person.

And when those kids get older and are forced to integrate to become productive members of society, how do you think that adjustment is going to go?

Kids with parents like you are why kids are bullying. You spend your days online bullying and trolling others instead of spending time with them. And, you probably bully them to so that's all they know.

Why do you care? It has no impact on your life.

Clearly its working given the numbers and speeches given tonight at the BOE.

That means there's a small number of people
that like it. It certainly doesn't mean it is working.

They only allowed a limited number of speeches and the room was packed full of MVA families and staff as well as many more outside.

The petition is almost to 1800 signatures and continuing to rise.

Why do you dismiss the testimony of families in the MVA when you have no experience with it? Why do you think you know what's best?

Are you that fake psychologist looking for her five minutes of fame.

Yes, we know. They were the only group all night to interrupt and try to shout down another person giving testimony at the meeting.

They didn't shout down anyone. And, of course they will support their school and speak the truth vs. her and others lies.

From what I observed last night, the MVA crowd was very rude to one particular speaker who asked that the board consider some of the data that was recently released and shared some of her experiences as a psychologist who sees families who were in the MVA who did not thrive. They even yelled at the speaker's daughter about the school she attends? Very rambunctious and classless crowd if you ask me. I guess this is what happens when you don't get out much. And what kind of role modeling is this for their kids, many of them who were present?

I also was struck by one student's testimony (alongside his dad) claiming that since he entered virtual academy, his grades went from "very low grades" in person to "100 percents in every single class" in the MVA. Straight 100s? Does MVA have a serious grade inflation issue? I hope BOE is aware of this.

No grade inflation. Probably parent support. The speaker has no direct experience with the mva. That was the issue. She has never spoken to anyone or directly observed it.

You would be passionate if they ere trying to close your child’s school. Be real.

I am being real. I prefer to look at facts and data, not go on the testimonies of people making spectacles of themselves. It really was over the top and unseemly.

Not only did that presenter have hard facts and data, she DID have direct contact with families who were in the MVA (her clients).

And who are you? You aren’t important or even relevant to the conversation. And first person experiences - not a random doctor whose “expertise” I would question very hard - also count as data. Any doctor that “testifies” before the board like that looks like an absolute unprofessional fool. I would have reported her to her state board if my child was her client. No one is forcing virtual down anyone’s throat, so I would blame that doctor and the parents for not getting appropriate help for their child. Not blame a school program I voluntarily enrolled my child in. What an idiot. Again- The virtual academy is not the same in any way as what was previously used during the pandemic. It’s been many years and the program is changing and evolving as any program should do.

Whatever hard facts mean to you you still don’t understand how to critical think and form an unbiased opinion. Go find a hobby please. Or go back to school. In person obviously for you 🙄

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Anonymous wrote:Maybe Virtual Academy could have a dual purpose - for the medically fragile, and for kids who are constantly getting in trouble with the system. You know, the bullies that get moved from one school to the other. It would be great to put them in a place where they have no ability to bully.

The problem is the bullies are staying in person and the bullied are enrolling in the MVA.

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Anonymous wrote:Welp, looks like at least one student wants us to continue the MVA because they are "shy" and like it because they can learn in a "comfortable environment."

I don't think this will be a convincing argument to the BOE lol.

Testimony posted on boardocs:

https://drive.google.com/file/d/18pIh04bhCGVM6v32-ZLud5ELQXsOvuSS/view

Did you even read and actually listen to the testimony? Kinda sad that is all you got out of it.

Yes I did. It is sad really that parents are enabling this. Kids need to learn to navigate the world regardless of being shy. I was shy too, but I am grateful I had exposure to normal social situations. My son was bullied in middle school. I am sure many parents are shielding their bullied kids with VA, which is so so wrong. It's a form of child abuse.

Wow, you think it's ok your child was bullied and would let him remain in a bad situation over finding an alternative. That speaks volumes of you as a parent. As a parent, I'd do anything to get my child into a better school environment.

What you did was child abuse. Well, actually neglect. You knew your son was being bullied and you ignored it and now rationalize your behavior.

I feel so bad for your son to have to go through that without any support at home.

Yes, I let him figure it all out on his own and he ended up with friends for life from middle school, high school, and college. He is now a recent college graduate with lots of friends and a great job making close to six figures. Had I imprisoned him in our home, I am sure the outcome would have been tragic.

You are a neglectful parent. And, you don't have kids in MCPS and are grown, why are you trolling this board and stirring up trouble?

You are lucky he is ok as it could have been far worse. Lots of kids commit suicide over stuff like that.

I have a younger one there. She also is dealing with bullying and has done a great job navigating it on her own with additional supports at school. I don't need to pull her out of school because she's shy or different. Kids are mean in middle school...we all went through it. Shielding and protecting your kids from it only creates more problems down the road. They will never learn how to deal with awkward or difficult social situations.

Well I guess you will find out how successful she was dealing on her own after she’s an adult and has her own children. If she talks to you.

LOL we have a great relationship. I don't hover over her like the crazy nut case helicopter virtual parents.

I'm a proud helicopter parent and what's nice is I have a strong relationship with my kids as we get to spend time together as when they were in person between school and activities we barely saw each other.

Amen. I love havingmy kids at home with me, they are happy and thriving. Shame some people don't understand tat and want them forced back to bad schools.

This is a reason for the virtual academy? How about we just fix the schools?

For many families enrolled currently in the MVA, yes it is a reason. It is THE reason. Apart from the kids who have social anxiety, avoiding schools that parents deem too dangerous due to fighting, bullying, etc. is the most commonly cited reason for doing the MVA. It’s quite remarkable actually that these families have been able to take a pandemic learning tool and turn it into a school choice program for schools deemed too violent or emotionally unsafe to attend in person.

And when those kids get older and are forced to integrate to become productive members of society, how do you think that adjustment is going to go?

Kids with parents like you are why kids are bullying. You spend your days online bullying and trolling others instead of spending time with them. And, you probably bully them to so that's all they know.

Why do you care? It has no impact on your life.

Clearly its working given the numbers and speeches given tonight at the BOE.

That means there's a small number of people
that like it. It certainly doesn't mean it is working.

They only allowed a limited number of speeches and the room was packed full of MVA families and staff as well as many more outside.

The petition is almost to 1800 signatures and continuing to rise.

Why do you dismiss the testimony of families in the MVA when you have no experience with it? Why do you think you know what's best?

Are you that fake psychologist looking for her five minutes of fame.

Yes, we know. They were the only group all night to interrupt and try to shout down another person giving testimony at the meeting.

They didn't shout down anyone. And, of course they will support their school and speak the truth vs. her and others lies.

From what I observed last night, the MVA crowd was very rude to one particular speaker who asked that the board consider some of the data that was recently released and shared some of her experiences as a psychologist who sees families who were in the MVA who did not thrive. They even yelled at the speaker's daughter about the school she attends? Very rambunctious and classless crowd if you ask me. I guess this is what happens when you don't get out much. And what kind of role modeling is this for their kids, many of them who were present?

I also was struck by one student's testimony (alongside his dad) claiming that since he entered virtual academy, his grades went from "very low grades" in person to "100 percents in every single class" in the MVA. Straight 100s? Does MVA have a serious grade inflation issue? I hope BOE is aware of this.

No grade inflation. Probably parent support. The speaker has no direct experience with the mva. That was the issue. She has never spoken to anyone or directly observed it.

You would be passionate if they ere trying to close your child’s school. Be real.

I am being real. I prefer to look at facts and data, not go on the testimonies of people making spectacles of themselves. It really was over the top and unseemly.

Not only did that presenter have hard facts and data, she DID have direct contact with families who were in the MVA (her clients).

And who are you? You aren’t important or even relevant to the conversation. And first person experiences - not a random doctor whose “expertise” I would question very hard - also count as data. Any doctor that “testifies” before the board like that looks like an absolute unprofessional fool. I would have reported her to her state board if my child was her client. No one is forcing virtual down anyone’s throat, so I would blame that doctor and the parents for not getting appropriate help for their child. Not blame a school program I voluntarily enrolled my child in. What an idiot. Again- The virtual academy is not the same in any way as what was previously used during the pandemic. It’s been many years and the program is changing and evolving as any program should do.

Whatever hard facts mean to you you still don’t understand how to critical think and form an unbiased opinion. Go find a hobby please. Or go back to school. In person obviously for you 🙄

NP, but any Montgomery County voter's opinion is relevant to the conversation about what programs are offered by the public schools.

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Anonymous wrote:Welp, looks like at least one student wants us to continue the MVA because they are "shy" and like it because they can learn in a "comfortable environment."

I don't think this will be a convincing argument to the BOE lol.

Testimony posted on boardocs:

https://drive.google.com/file/d/18pIh04bhCGVM6v32-ZLud5ELQXsOvuSS/view

Did you even read and actually listen to the testimony? Kinda sad that is all you got out of it.

Yes I did. It is sad really that parents are enabling this. Kids need to learn to navigate the world regardless of being shy. I was shy too, but I am grateful I had exposure to normal social situations. My son was bullied in middle school. I am sure many parents are shielding their bullied kids with VA, which is so so wrong. It's a form of child abuse.

Wow, you think it's ok your child was bullied and would let him remain in a bad situation over finding an alternative. That speaks volumes of you as a parent. As a parent, I'd do anything to get my child into a better school environment.

What you did was child abuse. Well, actually neglect. You knew your son was being bullied and you ignored it and now rationalize your behavior.

I feel so bad for your son to have to go through that without any support at home.

Yes, I let him figure it all out on his own and he ended up with friends for life from middle school, high school, and college. He is now a recent college graduate with lots of friends and a great job making close to six figures. Had I imprisoned him in our home, I am sure the outcome would have been tragic.

You are a neglectful parent. And, you don't have kids in MCPS and are grown, why are you trolling this board and stirring up trouble?

You are lucky he is ok as it could have been far worse. Lots of kids commit suicide over stuff like that.

I have a younger one there. She also is dealing with bullying and has done a great job navigating it on her own with additional supports at school. I don't need to pull her out of school because she's shy or different. Kids are mean in middle school...we all went through it. Shielding and protecting your kids from it only creates more problems down the road. They will never learn how to deal with awkward or difficult social situations.

Well I guess you will find out how successful she was dealing on her own after she’s an adult and has her own children. If she talks to you.

LOL we have a great relationship. I don't hover over her like the crazy nut case helicopter virtual parents.

I'm a proud helicopter parent and what's nice is I have a strong relationship with my kids as we get to spend time together as when they were in person between school and activities we barely saw each other.

Amen. I love havingmy kids at home with me, they are happy and thriving. Shame some people don't understand tat and want them forced back to bad schools.

This is a reason for the virtual academy? How about we just fix the schools?

For many families enrolled currently in the MVA, yes it is a reason. It is THE reason. Apart from the kids who have social anxiety, avoiding schools that parents deem too dangerous due to fighting, bullying, etc. is the most commonly cited reason for doing the MVA. It’s quite remarkable actually that these families have been able to take a pandemic learning tool and turn it into a school choice program for schools deemed too violent or emotionally unsafe to attend in person.

And when those kids get older and are forced to integrate to become productive members of society, how do you think that adjustment is going to go?

Kids with parents like you are why kids are bullying. You spend your days online bullying and trolling others instead of spending time with them. And, you probably bully them to so that's all they know.

Why do you care? It has no impact on your life.

Clearly its working given the numbers and speeches given tonight at the BOE.

That means there's a small number of people
that like it. It certainly doesn't mean it is working.

They only allowed a limited number of speeches and the room was packed full of MVA families and staff as well as many more outside.

The petition is almost to 1800 signatures and continuing to rise.

Why do you dismiss the testimony of families in the MVA when you have no experience with it? Why do you think you know what's best?

Are you that fake psychologist looking for her five minutes of fame.

Yes, we know. They were the only group all night to interrupt and try to shout down another person giving testimony at the meeting.

They didn't shout down anyone. And, of course they will support their school and speak the truth vs. her and others lies.

From what I observed last night, the MVA crowd was very rude to one particular speaker who asked that the board consider some of the data that was recently released and shared some of her experiences as a psychologist who sees families who were in the MVA who did not thrive. They even yelled at the speaker's daughter about the school she attends? Very rambunctious and classless crowd if you ask me. I guess this is what happens when you don't get out much. And what kind of role modeling is this for their kids, many of them who were present?

I also was struck by one student's testimony (alongside his dad) claiming that since he entered virtual academy, his grades went from "very low grades" in person to "100 percents in every single class" in the MVA. Straight 100s? Does MVA have a serious grade inflation issue? I hope BOE is aware of this.

No grade inflation. Probably parent support. The speaker has no direct experience with the mva. That was the issue. She has never spoken to anyone or directly observed it.

You would be passionate if they ere trying to close your child’s school. Be real.

I am being real. I prefer to look at facts and data, not go on the testimonies of people making spectacles of themselves. It really was over the top and unseemly.

Not only did that presenter have hard facts and data, she DID have direct contact with families who were in the MVA (her clients).

And who are you? You aren’t important or even relevant to the conversation. And first person experiences - not a random doctor whose “expertise” I would question very hard - also count as data. Any doctor that “testifies” before the board like that looks like an absolute unprofessional fool. I would have reported her to her state board if my child was her client. No one is forcing virtual down anyone’s throat, so I would blame that doctor and the parents for not getting appropriate help for their child. Not blame a school program I voluntarily enrolled my child in. What an idiot. Again- The virtual academy is not the same in any way as what was previously used during the pandemic. It’s been many years and the program is changing and evolving as any program should do.

Whatever hard facts mean to you you still don’t understand how to critical think and form an unbiased opinion. Go find a hobby please. Or go back to school. In person obviously for you 🙄

NP, but any Montgomery County voter's opinion is relevant to the conversation about what programs are offered by the public schools.

You can have an opinion but it doesn’t mean it’s relevant.

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Anonymous wrote:Welp, looks like at least one student wants us to continue the MVA because they are "shy" and like it because they can learn in a "comfortable environment."

I don't think this will be a convincing argument to the BOE lol.

Testimony posted on boardocs:

https://drive.google.com/file/d/18pIh04bhCGVM6v32-ZLud5ELQXsOvuSS/view

Did you even read and actually listen to the testimony? Kinda sad that is all you got out of it.

Yes I did. It is sad really that parents are enabling this. Kids need to learn to navigate the world regardless of being shy. I was shy too, but I am grateful I had exposure to normal social situations. My son was bullied in middle school. I am sure many parents are shielding their bullied kids with VA, which is so so wrong. It's a form of child abuse.

Wow, you think it's ok your child was bullied and would let him remain in a bad situation over finding an alternative. That speaks volumes of you as a parent. As a parent, I'd do anything to get my child into a better school environment.

What you did was child abuse. Well, actually neglect. You knew your son was being bullied and you ignored it and now rationalize your behavior.

I feel so bad for your son to have to go through that without any support at home.

Yes, I let him figure it all out on his own and he ended up with friends for life from middle school, high school, and college. He is now a recent college graduate with lots of friends and a great job making close to six figures. Had I imprisoned him in our home, I am sure the outcome would have been tragic.

You are a neglectful parent. And, you don't have kids in MCPS and are grown, why are you trolling this board and stirring up trouble?

You are lucky he is ok as it could have been far worse. Lots of kids commit suicide over stuff like that.

I have a younger one there. She also is dealing with bullying and has done a great job navigating it on her own with additional supports at school. I don't need to pull her out of school because she's shy or different. Kids are mean in middle school...we all went through it. Shielding and protecting your kids from it only creates more problems down the road. They will never learn how to deal with awkward or difficult social situations.

Well I guess you will find out how successful she was dealing on her own after she’s an adult and has her own children. If she talks to you.

LOL we have a great relationship. I don't hover over her like the crazy nut case helicopter virtual parents.

I'm a proud helicopter parent and what's nice is I have a strong relationship with my kids as we get to spend time together as when they were in person between school and activities we barely saw each other.

Amen. I love havingmy kids at home with me, they are happy and thriving. Shame some people don't understand tat and want them forced back to bad schools.

This is a reason for the virtual academy? How about we just fix the schools?

For many families enrolled currently in the MVA, yes it is a reason. It is THE reason. Apart from the kids who have social anxiety, avoiding schools that parents deem too dangerous due to fighting, bullying, etc. is the most commonly cited reason for doing the MVA. It’s quite remarkable actually that these families have been able to take a pandemic learning tool and turn it into a school choice program for schools deemed too violent or emotionally unsafe to attend in person.

And when those kids get older and are forced to integrate to become productive members of society, how do you think that adjustment is going to go?

Kids with parents like you are why kids are bullying. You spend your days online bullying and trolling others instead of spending time with them. And, you probably bully them to so that's all they know.

Why do you care? It has no impact on your life.

Clearly its working given the numbers and speeches given tonight at the BOE.

That means there's a small number of people
that like it. It certainly doesn't mean it is working.

They only allowed a limited number of speeches and the room was packed full of MVA families and staff as well as many more outside.

The petition is almost to 1800 signatures and continuing to rise.

Why do you dismiss the testimony of families in the MVA when you have no experience with it? Why do you think you know what's best?

Are you that fake psychologist looking for her five minutes of fame.

Yes, we know. They were the only group all night to interrupt and try to shout down another person giving testimony at the meeting.

They didn't shout down anyone. And, of course they will support their school and speak the truth vs. her and others lies.

From what I observed last night, the MVA crowd was very rude to one particular speaker who asked that the board consider some of the data that was recently released and shared some of her experiences as a psychologist who sees families who were in the MVA who did not thrive. They even yelled at the speaker's daughter about the school she attends? Very rambunctious and classless crowd if you ask me. I guess this is what happens when you don't get out much. And what kind of role modeling is this for their kids, many of them who were present?

I also was struck by one student's testimony (alongside his dad) claiming that since he entered virtual academy, his grades went from "very low grades" in person to "100 percents in every single class" in the MVA. Straight 100s? Does MVA have a serious grade inflation issue? I hope BOE is aware of this.

No grade inflation. Probably parent support. The speaker has no direct experience with the mva. That was the issue. She has never spoken to anyone or directly observed it.

You would be passionate if they ere trying to close your child’s school. Be real.

I am being real. I prefer to look at facts and data, not go on the testimonies of people making spectacles of themselves. It really was over the top and unseemly.

Not only did that presenter have hard facts and data, she DID have direct contact with families who were in the MVA (her clients).

And who are you? You aren’t important or even relevant to the conversation. And first person experiences - not a random doctor whose “expertise” I would question very hard - also count as data. Any doctor that “testifies” before the board like that looks like an absolute unprofessional fool. I would have reported her to her state board if my child was her client. No one is forcing virtual down anyone’s throat, so I would blame that doctor and the parents for not getting appropriate help for their child. Not blame a school program I voluntarily enrolled my child in. What an idiot. Again- The virtual academy is not the same in any way as what was previously used during the pandemic. It’s been many years and the program is changing and evolving as any program should do.

Whatever hard facts mean to you you still don’t understand how to critical think and form an unbiased opinion. Go find a hobby please. Or go back to school. In person obviously for you 🙄

NP, but any Montgomery County voter's opinion is relevant to the conversation about what programs are offered by the public schools.

You can have an opinion but it doesn’t mean it’s relevant.

The decision as whether to keep the Virtual Academy will be made by our elected representatives on the board. I get as many votes as you do, so my opinion is just as relevant as yours. That's how democracy works.