Common Sense - Nikki Bascome for New Hanover County Board of Education

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Summary

Nikki Bascome, a candidate for the school board in New Hanover County, discusses the changing expectations of parents and the underpreparedness of students in the dual enrollment program. She emphasizes the importance of communication between parents, teachers, and students to ensure student success. Bascome also highlights the need for support and resources for teachers and the healing process required after a toxic environment within the school system. Overall, she advocates for a collaborative approach to education. The conversation covers various themes related to education and the role of parents and teachers in the education system. The main topics discussed include parental rights, the Parents Bill of Rights, the importance of parental involvement in education, the role of teachers as professionals, the need for transparency and communication in schools, the impact of curriculum and policies on students, the importance of a balanced approach to education, the fear of the current education system, the need for support and safety for teachers, the importance of financial accountability, and the role of politics in education.

Takeaways

• Parents today have different expectations for their children's education compared to previous generations.
• The dual enrollment program in New Hanover County is facing challenges due to the underpreparedness of students.
• Effective communication between parents, teachers, and students is crucial for student success.
• Support and resources are needed to address the issues within the school system and create a positive learning environment.
• Collaboration between all stakeholders is essential for improving education. Parents have the right to be involved in their children's education and should be informed about major health-related matters affecting their child's growth and development.
• Teachers are professionals in education and child development, but parents are the experts on their own children. Collaboration between parents and teachers is crucial for a child's development.
• Transparency and communication are essential in schools, especially when it comes to issues like child sexual assault. Children should never be discouraged from talking to their parents or trusted adults about such matters.
• A balanced approach to education is necessary, with the involvement of both parents and teachers. Children should be exposed to appropriate learning experiences at the right time.
• The current education system raises concerns about curriculum, discipline, and the treatment of teachers. Financial accountability and a focus on day-to-day classroom experiences are important for improvement.
• Politics should not overshadow the goal of providing quality education. Collaboration and respect among all stakeholders, regardless of political affiliations, are crucial for the success of the education system.

Sound Bites

• "Parents were a little bit more trusting then."
• "Our high school students are not prepared for this dual enrollment."
• "Here's this wonderful opportunity for your children and especially the underserved population."
• "Republicans talk a lot about parental rights."
• "Education is all about exposure to new things at appropriate times."
• "Parents are the experts of their child."

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