principals, Mr. Malloy, and a School Board majority cannot see immediately, on their own, that the material below is grossly inappropriate, unsuitable, and dangerous to kids as young as 13 or 14 thence to question what curricular objectives it allegedly supports (Policy 1312.2) then these persons have already disqualified themselves as rational arbiters of school-library material. Because the pandemic was an abrupt disruption to the districts operations, and the standards and guidance were ever-changing, I dont believe a letter grade can be fairly given as a board member. As an innovative district, we look for new and meaningful ways students can learn by doing, show what they know, and contribute to the community and wider world. In other school news, every school in the district is putting out monthly online newsletters, Nied said. Don't Threaten. Have you served in this office before? Overall, everyone, EVERYONE, was operating in a brand new environment and making changes in real time, all the while, encouraging and educating students in a way that helped them to focus on their greatness rather than their fear. I submit that it is to teach the boys and girls basic skills in reading, writing, mathematics, geography and other skills that they will need to compete in today's world," Danville resident Terry Thompson said in a public comment. It has been my pleasure to participate in various visits and community outreach programs to connect with our partners and stakeholders. in Education, 1979; Eastern IL University and the University of Illinois for additional coursework to receive Administrative certification and the Director of Special Education Certification. They put the needs of students first and help all succeed. We need to instill the goal of every student that enters our district to get to the finish line of high school graduation. During the COVID crisis, I watched as we struggled to put together a plan on how to properly and safely educate our children while the board praised her for being inadequate. The principals themselves seem essentially to be timid ciphers in the evaluative process. She studied journalism at Skyline College and Mills College while covering the Peninsula for the San Mateo Daily Journal, after moving back to the area in 2013. We have one shot at educating our kids and we cant blow it. Wendy Bartholomew resigned from the position last month. "I've heard some parents say 'we want to expose our kids to this, we just want to be the ones to do it," said Monte Vista student Aydin Yelkovan in a public comment. They can object to whatever they want -- that's fine. Previous political experience/organizations involved with: Member of Rock Church and Saint James United Methodist Church; Arts in the Park: Board President; Step Up Vermilion County: Committee Member; DLO Musical Theatre: Actor, Director of Grease, Footloose, and The Little Mermaid; Red Mask: Volunteer, Childrens Show Director: Beauty and the Beast; North Ridge Middle School: Performing Arts Spaghetti Dinner & Auction Chair; Festival of Trees: former Polar Express Chair; former Gingerbread Village Chair; Vermilion County Museum: Volunteer and Actor; CASA Royal Ball Volunteer; Paul Harris Fellow with Danville Rotary (former Rotarian); District 118 School Volunteer (Liberty, East Park, North Ridge, Danville High School); Past Board Service: Humane Society of Danville (past president), DLO Musical Theatre (past vice president), Danville Family YMCA. Winds light and variable.. Clear to partly cloudy. Henderson: To grade, it is necessary to have a standard to use for the evaluation. I had a phenomenal teacher once tell me that our children needed more positive African-American adult male role models in our schools. Averett was chosen after an application and interview process. Not everyone was as patient with the topic and tone of the night's discussion as Malloy said he and his cabinet were, or as sympathetic to the rumored scandal over "Gender Queer" that was in the background that evening. Emma Davis, Report for America Corps Member It also affects the opportunities for parents and community members to participate in our events and offerings. Special public meetings and public hearings on various subjects are scheduled as needed. You say, 'Oh the kids aren't prepared for this', but guess what, you're not preparing them for adulthood by not letting them be exposed to that. John Malloy lied about his investigation into the cosmetology hair style head at Cal High. Our technical instructors (shop) created driveway classrooms for their advanced students and brought school to them. Cooperates with administrative and supervisory staff in the evaluation process. Sign up to be notified of new comments on this topic. Email: glenn.ball@danville.kyschools.us Our 5-8 teachers had to totally revamp how they teach and reach our students. Some teachers are experiencing less than 50% involvement in the curriculum despite computers being handed out for free etc. Chance of rain 100%. We must be prepared to address every student. It will also benefit D118 itself, as many other challenges will be streamlined and effectiveness will be improved in many areas as we make strides in the area of communications, systems and managing our message. Our mission is to engage all students in the pursuit of the Danville Diploma, which encompasses creative learning opportunities that build on individual interests, develop new strengths, and provide ultimately for college and career success. Jeanita Lyman joined the Pleasanton Weekly in September 2020 and covers the Danville and San Ramon beat. I urge you to continue to reach out to us, share your concerns and offer your support. Therefore, the district had to figure out how to continue to educate its students while balancing safety for students, staff and parents. "But right now, in this context, we're in with the intensity it causes, I think we actually need you, as a board. As they navigate K-12 we need to focus on core subjects, but we cannot forget music and art or other opportunities for our students enrichment and growth. Board Member Member since April 9, 2013 (217) 443-1178 Darlenehalloran@hotmail.com Pastor Thomas W. Miller Board Member Member since I recognize that it will not be easy for some to return to school. "Well, how do you think that you are better equipped to do that than someone who's a trained professional? If we truly want whats best for our children, if we truly wish for our children to have a better life than what we have, then it is civic and moral responsibility as parents to work with our children, to show them the value of education, to place expectations and hold our children accountable for doing their homework and participating in class. or anything. Furthermore, the extra-curricular offerings of our district are another integral part to the success of our students academic achievement. And it is important that staff actually implements the process that you approve.". News Danville school board member Resigns; Board talks 2023-24 Expenditures. Teachers deserve a plan with follow through and accountability. Updated: Mon, Feb 27, 2023, 3:09 pm All the Time. Receive our newspaper electronically with the e-Edition email. p: 585-335-4000. f: 585-335-5047. Why did you decide to run for office/seek re-election? Please make sure your comments are truthful, on-topic and do not disrespect another poster. Improvements continue to happen every day. They determine district-wide policies, priorities, direction, and spending. If we had believed John Malloy's lies about his now suddenly nonexistent investigation into Nicholas Moseby, Moseby would be teaching 12 year olds biology at Diablo Vista Middle School instead of being on trial for seven counts of child molestation. 2023 DanvilleSanRamon.com. The classroom environment and dynamic have been changed, and we need to continue reforming our philosophy and action plan of student discipline. They determine district-wide policies, priorities, direction, andspending. Here's the new, best answer. No reasonable person should expect rational assessment now of the pornographic material (with dangerous advice) I summarized in my earlier message below, from either Mr. Malloy or the Board majority which supported both of those bad decisions, among so many others. All of the board meetings are evening meetings with the formal session beginning at 5:30 p.m. The remainder was discretionary funding. Email: esther.rugerio@danville.kyschools.us, Title: Board Vice Chair Home Rainfall near a quarter of an inch. Malloy is still hiding that information. Getachew took a My formal protest of the vile, pornographic teen-sex manual Lets Talk About It, sent simultaneously to school principals whose school libraries have it, to Supt. School Board Meetings Parents, students, staff, and members of the community are invited to attend the meetings of the Danville Community School Curriculum Units of Study; CCSU Data Reports. Accidents result in deaths of two individuals Thursday, Scearce sues Ingram over alleged open meeting violations, Pittsylvania county rifle qualifier headed to Italy in compete, Danville police investigating homicide at Astoria Hotel, 1DreamOneTeam Gala raises money to support youth. Error! They will be Rev. For further information and accurate meeting dates, please contact the School Board office at (434) 799-6400. We have a vital connection with our local college, DACC. I am aware of how difficult this has been for many of you. Family: Husband - Dr. Tom Halloran; three adult married children - John, Kate and Patrick; six grandchildren. "That is not my deduction, that is case law.". I dont like that thought anymore than any other parent but did you know that in Urbana and in Danville, there are a total of 8 seventh graders who have given birth already, all African-American? Don't be snarky or belittling. Second-step assessor Mr. Malloy asserted an inapposite Ed Code segment last April in attempting to justify read-aloud picture-story books with homosexual and transgender themes for TK-5 children. February has been a busy and rewarding month for Danville Community College (DCC). But its evidently OK for high school libraries to make porn available for 14-year-olds. The superintendent made the comment that she would knock on doors to make sure kids are involved. I have been directly involved in budgeting, grant writing, the evaluation of programs, hiring staff and determining appropriate expenditures. Remote access, Board Chair Crystal Cobbs said she is looking forward to welcoming a new member to the board. If you are already a registered user and the commenting form is not below, Copyright 2002-2023 Blackboard, Inc. All rights reserved. A robust communication system (or lack of one) affects information like deadlines, invitations and surveys. Our superintendent partnered with McDonalds to provide meals to students, an initiative so successful that it became a template for creative food distribution throughout the country. The principals at each school are responsible, with input from staff. In addition to critiquing recently released LGBTQIA literature on school library shelves, a number of the public speakers also decried what they characterized as a shift in focus from educational pillars such as the "three Rs" and called for a renewed focus on basic subjects. Why should anyone believe anything John Malloy says ever again? Blogs Employment: I am employed by the African Methodist Episcopal Church as a Presiding Elder (District Superintendent) with 17 churches which I oversee. High 66F. Family: husband: Bryan; two adult children and four adult stepchildren, all of whom are DHS graduates. Have you served in this office before? Mar 12, 2021. I recall dancing SRVUSDs three-step 30 years ago, to no avail, with a library book which had been recommended to a 4th grade child. You have permission to edit this article. School Board meetings are generally held on the first Thursday of each month. No racism, sexism or any sort of -ism "If for any reason you want something changed about the process, this is not an action item tonight; that would go to the next meeting where you could give us direction regarding what might need to be changed," Malloy said.But although changes to school board policies across the country resulting in the removal of certain controversial materials from school libraries and curriculum have been characterized by some critics as a "book banning" trend, Malloy said that any efforts to increase compliance with existing SRVUSD policy on books and materials available to students -- or to make those policies more restrictive -- was a much more nuanced affair locally than the national trend. Lastly, a manifestation of academic achievement is graduation from high school. As a final insult, I was stunned that she asked for a raise which leads me to your second question. Board members are elected to four-year terms. About 100 community members attended. The result has been that our stakeholders are not always clearly aware of the value that D118 brings to our children and our community as a whole. Gurujal: I hope to get elected but my views arent going to be popular. The BOE is looking at science labs and a Family Consumer Education classroom at the high school, an all-purpose room at Northeast to accommodate the additional students, and many other items in the next few years. Those expectations are vastly different from each other, and each family would rightfully grade the district based on their personal expectations. DANVILLE Four incumbents are being challenged by two newcomers for four seats on the Danville District 118 school board. Winds light and variable. With my history and experience, I believe I can offer guidance and direction to our administrators in moving forward to meet these challenges. "She also pointed to the difficult legal terrain of the term "obscenity" based on existing precedent and practice. WebBoard members are elected to four-year terms. Clear to partly cloudy. Halloran: All schools are facing serious challenges in providing effective learning for our students. Henderson was first elected to the School Board in 2015 after the retirement of long-time servant Morris Stowe, who represented the Tunstall District for 20 years. Danville Area School District Superintendent Molly Nied presented projected expenditures for school year 2023-24 at Monday nights school board meeting. DANVILLE Towards the end of Monday night's Danville Areas School Board meeting member Yohannes Getachew resigned. Whats the point of having a superintendent that has lost so much public trust? "It's about access. It is wrong for the child's brain and emotions. February 28, 2023. To assume that we owe our children a college education is a mistake. Education: Danville High School: Class of 1984, Salutatorian; University of Illinois, Champaign-Urbana: Bachelor of Science in Communications and Cohn Scholar; Drake University Law School: Juris Doctorate with honors; Zena Zumeta Mediation Institute: Certified Mediator. School board meetings are streamed live and saved on the division's YouTube Channel. Our teachers quickly learned new technology to engage their students and support them learning virtually. The Tri-Valley Herald excised the words altogether, then juxtaposed an editorial criticizing PARENTAL censorship the customarily insane banned books hypocrisy that is still fashionable and politically correct today. Students First. They don't have to check the book out, and trustees, do not let this become a foothold.". On occasion, when special meetings are called or when other times and places for regular meetings become necessary, such changes are publicly announced on our website. Education: B.S. "That is not my deduction, that is case law. I want my grandchildren to be the best they can be because they have been expected to have been so from the beginning without compromise in any situation. "Malloy ended his comments that night by outlining the next steps for trustees who would like to see the district's book acquisition and complaint policies amended, which would consist of adding the item to a meeting agenda for a vote by the board. The Danville Area School District, as part of the discretionary funding, created nine full-time teaching positions. : Currently serving on the Danville District 118 Board and completing my second term (2013-2021). A&E Use the 'Report' link on We are excited to work with her and continue this important work for Danville Public Schools, Cobbs said. The Boards own Policy 6916 back then required UPFRONT that instructional materials demonstrate "educational suitability, good taste, relevance, appropriateness to age and grade level a reasonable policy, in the hands of already unreasonable, indeed irrational people. "We have had some questions on every side of this particular discussion," San Ramon Valley Unified School District Superintendent John Malloy said. A complete change was necessary to provide education to the boys and girls and a format to deliver this instruction was developed. She told me that our kids needed to see men act with dignity and pride, to respect education and educators, coaches and authority figures. We cannot afford to neglect the buildings and we need to continue to update our current classrooms. Local print newspapers were also nearly as biased and infantile then as now. DANVILLE, Calif. - The San Ramon Valley Unified school board meeting on Tuesday night was full as members discussed the new criteria for the process to ban specific books. ); my first sighting of a cow Community standards and objections of the complainant are merely tails wagging the dog. Having updated facilities is one way to attract and retain staff. "This entire tempest in a teapot was started on false pretenses," Allen said. But although changes to school board policies across the country resulting in the removal of certain controversial materials from school libraries and curriculum have been characterized by some critics as a "book banning" trend, Malloy said that any efforts to increase compliance with existing SRVUSD policy on books and materials available to students -- or to make those policies more restrictive -- was a much more nuanced affair locally than the national trend. Student discipline has been radically changed by the Illinois State Legislatures passing of Senate Bill 100. It is wrong for the child's brain and emotions.". School Board Policy Committee Meeting, 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM 118 officials are reviewing witness statements and school surveillance video at this time to identify the individuals involved. "I do not want children to be exposed to hetero- or homosexual sexuality," Lisa Disbrow said in a public comment. person will not be tolerated. Glenn Ball, Esther Rugerio and Jennifer Pusateri, existing Danville Independent Schools Board of Education members, were sworn in by Rep. Daniel Elliott on Monday and will begin their new terms on Jan. 22. The review process is a time-wasting deflection, designed to wear people down. I would argue that we are not. The funding came in three rounds and 20 percent was mandated to be spent on programs dealing with learning loss. All regular and special meetings of the Board of Education of Danville School District No. Cooperates with administrative and supervisory staff in the evaluation process. There would be other people who would trust what we were doing on their behalf, and I'm asking you as a board not to give us that responsibility without your leadership. Students were not getting the school meals they were used to, so the district arranged food distribution. Civility and tolerance were also themes of Malloy's contributions that night, with the hearing coming in the wake of a story -- unsubstantiated by evidence from the district -- of a local student allegedly failing an assignment due to not reading the 2019 graphic novel "Gender Queer" by author Maia Kobabe. WebThe School Board of the City of Danville is a seven-member group of elected citizens. 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