Student Assignment Plan Will Remain the Same (Save Two Things)
I almost - almost - didn't go to the Curriculum&Instruction Committee meeting and then the COW of the Operations (Committee of the Whole - that acronym is a scream). But I did and I am glad I did. To the biggest news - did you hear about the University of Missouri president who resigned under protest from students about lack of sensitivity/action on racism issues? How did that happen? Big, steady, continuing pressure. And so it goes for the Student Assignment plan. Staff has rolled back what they are doing in a major way AND the Board is pretty clear that this is what they want. I cannot tell you how the support of the Seattle Council PTSA has mattered in this case. I am so proud of that group and their graceful (and seemingly fearless) leader, Cassandra Johnston. I truly believe that their support on this issue for transparency and clarity on this issue - along with many of you - have carried the day. What was said at the COW tonight: ...