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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]From our HOS, in Sept:

The Election:
I want to give you an insight about how I intend to handle political discourse in general, and during elections specifically.
•	While faculty may of course express their beliefs outside school (providing they are not representing the school or are on school business), faculty are not permitted to share their political opinions with students. It is so important that we are open and available to ALL our students, whatever their political beliefs. Once students understand faculty members’ positions, it can change relationships, especially if a teacher’s views are contrary to the beliefs of that student or the student’s family. In previous schools, I have had students describe to me how they felt they could not talk openly because they knew a teacher’s political opinions; they felt intimidated and alarmed that they may subject to discrimination.
•	The school must energetically promote its values but will take no stand on politics. Indeed, the IRS code governing 501 c3 organizations prohibits independent schools from engaging in any political activity. Faculty members may facilitate civil conversations with students in appropriate settings, but again, without sharing their own views.
•	I expect civility and respectful dialogue from students; we encourage students to discuss the issues. However, we will discourage physical displays of political loyalty on campus. Fortunately, our dress code is helpful in this regard. I am conscious that after the election, some will be elated, and others will be distraught. As much as possible, I will ask that we go about our normal business. I understand that the passions around this election are heightened, and we may need to provide counsel to some students and ask other students to be discreet about their joy at the result. Overt celebration in the school setting is unnecessary and potentially divisive.
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What school? This is exactly what I am looking for. Hope we applied there. We are applying to a bunch of privates for next year.[/quote]

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