Monday, May 25, 2015

The Lies People Tell

On May, 18, parents, teachers and  education advocates attended a “Fight for Their Future” forum. Also in attendance was city School's Chancellor Carmen Fariña. She heard many complaints, and real life issues the DOE faces. Many of the attendees came prepared with important questions.

Fariña addressed many concerns and responded with her "big-picture plans" and added that these reforms would "take at least two years from when she was appointed to see meaningful improvements from her changes."

She admitted that the system needs revamping and answered all the questions posed. When some parents said their special needs children were not receiving the services mandated by their IEP, Fariña told the parents they should email her with their concerns. She made the statement several times yet, she did not give out her email.

You see, the email for the chancellor is right on the DOE website. It is not hidden, nor do you need a special code to get it. I should know. I have been writing to the Chancellor's office for four years now.

Yet, I have yet to receive a response. I haven't even received an automated response acknowledging receipt. I have no idea how to get in touch with the Chancellor. 

Yeah, I can't reach my boss.

Errol Louis, the moderator prompted her to give her email address, but Fariña avoided the question.

For the full article Fariña.



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