Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:My educated guess if that the director (Dodd), Donna RJ (whom I believe helped with the process to select Biedleman), and Taylor are aware. I feel like they will usually try to see if the Principal can settle this at the school level before they step in. I’m pretty sure it’s beyond solving at this point, but they have to go through the chain of command. I’m imagining that ILT will just be blaming and excuses. Don’t give up SB staff. Keep advocating until changes happen.

Donna RJ came to this afternoon's ILT meeting.

Tell us more. What did she say?

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:My educated guess if that the director (Dodd), Donna RJ (whom I believe helped with the process to select Biedleman), and Taylor are aware. I feel like they will usually try to see if the Principal can settle this at the school level before they step in. I’m pretty sure it’s beyond solving at this point, but they have to go through the chain of command. I’m imagining that ILT will just be blaming and excuses. Don’t give up SB staff. Keep advocating until changes happen.

Donna RJ came to this afternoon's ILT meeting.

Anonymous wrote:My educated guess if that the director (Dodd), Donna RJ (whom I believe helped with the process to select Biedleman), and Taylor are aware. I feel like they will usually try to see if the Principal can settle this at the school level before they step in. I’m pretty sure it’s beyond solving at this point, but they have to go through the chain of command. I’m imagining that ILT will just be blaming and excuses. Don’t give up SB staff. Keep advocating until changes happen.

Anonymous wrote:This sh*t always happens at schools where the students' parents are not white, highly educated, connected lawyers. It infuriates me! Families are immigrants, the working poor, working multiple jobs, unfamiliar with their rights as MCPS families. After Beidleman I am so so mad on these teachers' and students' behalf.

Anonymous wrote:The concerns outlined in the letter pale in comparison to the reality of the situation. Valentine’s actions have repeatedly harmed both students and staff, creating a toxic and demoralizing environment. For instance, after a certain time of day, she refuses to allow students back into the building—even those returning from legitimate obligations like medical appointments. This is not a matter of discipline but a disregard for students’ well-being. Additionally, she has driven out numerous dedicated staff members, berates employees in front of students, and embodies the very definition of a bully.

The impact of her leadership is evident in how students feel about their school. Many have said that attending Springbrook feels like going to a prison every day. When students view their school as a place of confinement rather than a space for learning and growth, it speaks volumes about the environment being fostered.

The issues with Valentine are not new. Central office has been aware of her behavior for years and has allowed it to continue, leaving staff feeling hopeless and unsupported. Despite this, the educators and employees in this building remain committed to the students and community, striving to provide them with the care and education they deserve. It is disheartening that MCPS has not done better for them.

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:SEND THIS TO THE POST & MOCO SHOW!

+1

The MoCo Show gets more local eyes.

MoCoShow only reprints what other outlets publish. It would have to get picked up elsewhere first.

Anonymous wrote:Did Valentine work with Stanislaus at Key?

Anonymous wrote:This sh*t always happens at schools where the students' parents are not white, highly educated, connected lawyers. It infuriates me! Families are immigrants, the working poor, working multiple jobs, unfamiliar with their rights as MCPS families. After Beidleman I am so so mad on these teachers' and students' behalf.

Anonymous wrote:This sh*t always happens at schools where the students' parents are not white, highly educated, connected lawyers. It infuriates me! Families are immigrants, the working poor, working multiple jobs, unfamiliar with their rights as MCPS families. After Beidleman I am so so mad on these teachers' and students' behalf.

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:SEND THIS TO THE POST & MOCO SHOW!

+1

The MoCo Show gets more local eyes.

Anonymous wrote:SEND THIS TO THE POST & MOCO SHOW!

Anonymous wrote:The concerns outlined in the letter pale in comparison to the reality of the situation. Valentine’s actions have repeatedly harmed both students and staff, creating a toxic and demoralizing environment. For instance, after a certain time of day, she refuses to allow students back into the building—even those returning from legitimate obligations like medical appointments. This is not a matter of discipline but a disregard for students’ well-being. Additionally, she has driven out numerous dedicated staff members, berates employees in front of students, and embodies the very definition of a bully.

The impact of her leadership is evident in how students feel about their school. Many have said that attending Springbrook feels like going to a prison every day. When students view their school as a place of confinement rather than a space for learning and growth, it speaks volumes about the environment being fostered.

The issues with Valentine are not new. Central office has been aware of her behavior for years and has allowed it to continue, leaving staff feeling hopeless and unsupported. Despite this, the educators and employees in this building remain committed to the students and community, striving to provide them with the care and education they deserve. It is disheartening that MCPS has not done better for them.