February 17, 2007
Dear Parents,
Once again we have a change in school leadership. I share the concerns of every other parent about how this upheaval impacts my child’s learning environment. As president of the RGA Parents Association, I am determined that this Association effectively communicate to the parents, teachers, administration and Board of Trustees that our children’s safety and educational welfare remain our first priority.
During our meeting last Thursday evening (2-15-07) with Courtney Ross and Nick Combemale, RGA PA officers expressed parents’ concerns regarding school leadership and the state of the school. This meeting yielded a commitment by the Board of Trustees to an open and unified working environment, which includes the Board, PA, teachers, and administration. At this meeting it was noted that leadership builds trust, and, as we have so far lacked effective school leadership, a lack of trust has begun to dominate our environment. After next week’s hearing and the rendering of a Board decision on leadership, I am confident, however, that we will be able once again to move forward.
On Wednesday February 21s at 5pm, members of the Board of Trustees will meet with parents at RGA in Room 115. The Trustees have stated that this meeting is only to address issues directly relevant to school leadership.
On Thursday February 22nd at 5pm the monthly Board of Trustees meeting will take place at RGA in Room 115. Parents are permitted to attend all monthly Board meetings but are not are not permitted to participate in the discussions.
Due to prior commitments, I will not be in town next week. Vice Presidents Elina Cardet and Chandra Osborne will chair the Wednesday meeting. I understand that the timing during our holiday week is challenging, but I truly encourage you to attend both meetings and to reach out to other parents to attend as well. As we all know, there is power in numbers. Class representatives will be making phone calls to encourage parent participation at both meetings. The PA relies on each an every parent to come forward in the best interests of our children.
Sincerely,
Ian Pearce
RGA PA president
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