Kristine Pagsuyoin wrote:DO YOU WANT YOUR VOICE TO BE HEARD?
Unfortunately, I have a prior commitment that may prevent me from attending this meeting.
In the event that I am unable to attend, I would comment that there are many ways that parents can have their voices heard – e.g., speak directly with your teachers, staff members, building administrators, central office personnel, superintendent, and/or school board members.
Many citizens attend school board meetings and share comments, questions, and concerns with the School Board and Administration. While one parent did ask me a serious of questions prior to last night's meeting, there were not any public comments at that meeting. If the answer is not known at any particular meeting, the Administration is charged with providing the appropriate response to the citizen in a timely and appropriate fashion.
Many citizens send communication to the School Board and Administration asking that a particular document(s) be read in open session. We had such a letter read at last night’s school board meeting, and the Administration was charged with providing the appropriate response to the parent and School Board in a timely and appropriate fashion.
Many citizens call or e-mail school board members directly. Our e-mail addresses and telephone numbers are listed on our respective pages on the Lakewood City Schools website. For example, my information can be viewed by clicking
here.
Many citizens post inquires on the
Lakewood Observation Deck. I try to respond to the best of my ability, and when appropriate.
Many citizens sit down and discuss school related concerns with school board members over coffee or while at various community events.
In sum, if you want your voice to be heard, it will be.