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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]Another GDS student op-ed about inability for students to voice dissenting opinions in HS classes - just as we experienced with our kids who have gone through the HS (and one there now).

https://theaugurbit.com/2024/03/10/seminar-limits-our-ability-to-speak-freely/

kudos to this student for writing what many (certainly all three of our kids) feel.

A great school academically for the most part - but tramples on the right to express any dissenting opinions.

"For instance, during a class focusing on transgender issues, many students were reluctant to participate because they were afraid of getting judged by the teacher or offending other classmates. My classmates have told me that they are scared to voice their true opinions because they don’t want their teacher to send them to the Disciplinary Consultation Committee or send an email home. Because many people do not want to voice their true opinions, there is a lack of meaningful dialogue. "

and

"In one of my classes, my teacher lectured to convey the racial power dynamic in America. The lecture was focused on his opinions about why Black people cannot be racist towards white people. Seminar is supposed to be a safe space, but starting with these opinionated lectures makes students afraid to voice their opinions because they are scared of getting in trouble if they have beliefs that differ from the teacher’s views. "

and

"Students must feel safe to share their opinions ... even if they go against the left-leaning, progressive views of most people at GDS."[/quote]

Well done. This student's op-ed very much captures how our senior has felt during their high school experience - especially in the last two years. [/quote]

Wow. Well done is right. And this took a lot of nerve for a freshman to publish. [/quote]

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