Common-Core Chaos Education Without Representation Parents lead the resistance against national education standards. Are you tired of hearing the message that we know better than you whats best for your kids from liberal media pundits and overzealous government officials? Apparently so was Robert Small, a father in Maryland. He tried to calmly ask questions and share concerns about plans to implement nationwide Common Core education standards during a public meeting for parents of local school children. But he didnt get very far before government officials shut him down. Im a parent—I have a right to speak. Those were some of the last words the father managed to say before being shoved and dragged out of the meeting by a security officer. Once outside the doors, he was handcuffed and slapped with criminal charges carrying thousands of dollars in fines. The good news is other concerned citizens videotaped what really happened in that meeting. And it was clear that Robert was no dangerous criminal. As a result, his charges were dropped. But still, the spectacle of a parent being manhandled for simply trying to express a relevant viewpoint was disturbing. The video went viral—and Robert Small became a national symbol of the powerlessness many parents feel when it comes to having a say in their childs education. At Focus on the Family, were passionate about defending parents constitutional rights to be directly involved in whats happening in their childrens classrooms. After all, in most cases, parents are the ones with the most intimate knowledge of their childrens unique needs. Thats why were closely tracking the federally promoted Common Core standards and the impact it will have on families. You will want to read our latest feature article documenting the concerns parents across the nation have about these standards and how their kids are already being affected. Access this article and other resources on protecting parents rights by visiting Focus Social Issues resource center.
Posted on: Sat, 26 Oct 2013 03:41:01 +0000
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