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Dear Editor,
Thursday, April 20, a second meeting was held for the purpose of introducing the CISD candidates. The public was invited, and indeed, encouraged to attend.
Sadly, there were approx. 12 people in attendance with only 1 candidate making himself available. I was told the last meeting was equally disappointing.
The purpose of these meetings is for the public to meet the candidates, ask questions concerning our school district and our children. The school board makes decisions that will impact what/how our children learn and will affect future school taxes. Parents and taxpayers have the privilege and responsibility to become involved – or at the very least – informed on both of these issues Since I did not know the three candidates, I was eager to ask the questions that would help me decide how I would vote. As of today, I have only one candidate who fits the criteria I feel would qualify his board position. I cannot – in good conscience – vote for anyone else because I have no idea what or who they are, what they stand for or what their goals are for our children’s future.
And the children are definitely our future! I believe they should have access to the tools they need now, and in the future, to make responsible decisions; and that comes from proper education at home AND in our public schools.
Folks, we need to be more interested in what is happening around us. Look around you. You might find yourself wondering ‘what the heck is going on?’. Please reach out to the candidates and ask the tough questions and demand answers. Then make informed choices. Our future depends on it.
Brenda G. Buehler
Columbus resident
