CBC editorial: Tuesday, April 16, 2024. #8923
The following is the opinion of Capitol Broadcasting Company.
It goes without saying that anyone seeking to lead North Carolina's public schools should embrace public education. But for some candidates and wealthy political donors, that doesn't seem to be the case.
why? Not just because it's the right thing to do, but because it's a requirement and an obligation.
The constitution defines education as a “right'' and emphasizes that “it is the duty of the state to protect and maintain that right.'' It also states: “Religion, morality, and knowledge are necessary for good government and the happiness of mankind, and schools, libraries, and means of education are forever encouraged.”
The Constitution requires state legislatures to provide “a general and uniform system of free public schools.”
This phrase was reiterated by the state Supreme Court, which emphasized that the Constitution requires that all children have “an opportunity to receive a sound basic education.”
But one person running for oversight of our state's public education system doesn't believe that. And that's not what some of her most prominent supporters are saying.
“It is virtually impossible to change the status quo in K-12 public schools. A highly entrenched education bureaucracy prevents any positive change. In some cases, attempts to reform the current model Exit, a disruptive organizational approach that involves breaking out of the current system and building a new one instead, may be the best solution. ”
The fact is that the people Ruddy and Kaine already helped elect and control the state legislature have left public education in North Carolina ignored. With vacancy rates at record highs, classrooms understaffed and the resources needed to help students learn, the best and most experienced public school teachers are fleeing.
North Carolina schools are failing children because lawmakers refuse to address public education needs. Lawmakers want to ensure that all children have access to a high-quality education by providing resources such as qualified teachers and administrators, classroom materials and equipment, and supports to keep students healthy and engaged in learning. refuses to adopt a thoughtful, thorough, and sound consensus plan to put in place. .
North Carolina's public schools deserve support and leadership from the people who can manage an $11.6 billion enterprise that serves 1.5 million children, and from the people who believe most strongly in public education. Will Rudy hire Moreau as a top private school administrator based on his experience leading a home school?
“Quiting” public schools is not an option, especially for those who want to lead public schools.
North Carolina needs a competent superintendent of public instruction who believes all children deserve a quality education. Leading public schools to the bottom is not an option.
