Again, the congratulations for a new era in the RE1 school district goes to the voices that finally banded together in all kinds of ways and just said NO MORE.
From the sounds of things and a little easy research, Dr. Stein looks like an excellent replacement.
We have far more serious issues in our schools than ever get reported in our local newspaper. Turning blind eyes and ears to serious concerns is never a constructive path.
Stein appears to have the leadership skills that the school district needs.
John Stroud:
"Stein, 52, is a 1978 graduate of Manual High School in Denver. He taught at CRMS, an independent college preparatory school in Carbondale, in the 1980s and now serves on the CRMS board of trustees.
Five years ago, he left his position as headmaster at Graland Country Day School, a prestigious private school in Denver, to rebuild his alma mater after Manual had been closed due to persistent low test scores.
During his stint as principal at Manual from 2007 to 2010, the school employed a model similar to ones used in successful charter schools to re-establish Manual as a top performer within the Denver Public Schools system.
Since 2010, Stein has been working as a consultant for two national education programs, Get Smart Schools, where he worked to design a principal training program, and Expeditionary Learning, where he implemented a new school development strategy.
“The entire board felt like Rob brought a wealth of experience to our district,” Re-1 board president Hamilton said. “Either of the two finalists could lead from day one, and we were fortunate to have two phenomenal candidates.”
Stein's understanding and involvement in Colorado's changing public education system gave him the edge, Hamilton said.
“Rob brings a deep passion for education to our district, while being focused on ensuring all kids leave our schools with skills to be successful,” he said. “The board looks forward to working with Rob as we build one of Colorado's most respected public school systems."
While teaching at CRMS, Stein married his wife, Mariah Dickson. They now have two children, Eliza, who is a high school junior, and Max, who is in the seventh grade.
“We had always talked about returning to the Roaring Fork Valley if the opportunity presented itself,” Stein said Monday. “This seems like the right challenge for me. It's a good district that is performing well, and also has some particular challenges that fit with my own interests....." (Read more? Click title)
"Unapologetically pursuing and tracking patterns within the news others make since 2010."
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May 8, 2012
February 10, 2012
SandBox Comments: Glenwood Springs Post Independent " Re-1 open to addressing SRO concerns"
Our police chiefs already dealt with this issue of AYUA and the majority of the public has already spoken out loud and clear that the RE-1 School District should have absolutely no involvement in this political issue.
AYUA and CIRC have still not come forward and discussed their concerns directly with law enforcement as is proper and within law.
For RE-1 to give these organizations the ability to push their political agenda at the expense of our SRO programs and our law enforcement community is outrageous at this point.
Here is where the real concern should be (in bold):
John Stroud:
"...Biggs advised students attending the Wednesday night school board meeting.
“I have talked to the police chiefs, and hopefully we can come up with an appropriate assignment [job] description for SROs that addresses some of your concerns,” Biggs said.
“I agree, we have a lot of students who are undocumented, and that does not make them a criminal,” he added. “I do not want our students to feel that way.”
While the school district participates in and partially funds the SRO programs in Glenwood Springs, Carbondale and Basalt schools, the officers themselves are employees of the local police departments. Among their many duties is to cooperate with other law enforcement agencies, Biggs said.
“I'm afraid that if we adopt a policy that restricts that collaboration, we will lose the opportunity to have SROs at all,” he said...." (Read more? Click title)
Technically, Mr. Biggs. There are two criminal issues present with undocumented (illegal foreign nationals) in our public schools. The illegal foreign alien themselves and the public school officials who are allowing falsified registration paperwork to be used to draw federal funding for those illegal bodies seated in our desks.
What happens to our children who are legal citizens if law enforcement does what they should do and that is pull the SRO program?
Our local police chiefs had the right take on this. Send those protesting youngsters down to have a chat with the cops instead of risking a school program that is in place for safety to all.
"Unapologetically pursuing and tracking patterns within the news others make since 2010."
AYUA and CIRC have still not come forward and discussed their concerns directly with law enforcement as is proper and within law.
For RE-1 to give these organizations the ability to push their political agenda at the expense of our SRO programs and our law enforcement community is outrageous at this point.
Here is where the real concern should be (in bold):
John Stroud:
"...Biggs advised students attending the Wednesday night school board meeting.
“I have talked to the police chiefs, and hopefully we can come up with an appropriate assignment [job] description for SROs that addresses some of your concerns,” Biggs said.
“I agree, we have a lot of students who are undocumented, and that does not make them a criminal,” he added. “I do not want our students to feel that way.”
While the school district participates in and partially funds the SRO programs in Glenwood Springs, Carbondale and Basalt schools, the officers themselves are employees of the local police departments. Among their many duties is to cooperate with other law enforcement agencies, Biggs said.
“I'm afraid that if we adopt a policy that restricts that collaboration, we will lose the opportunity to have SROs at all,” he said...." (Read more? Click title)
Technically, Mr. Biggs. There are two criminal issues present with undocumented (illegal foreign nationals) in our public schools. The illegal foreign alien themselves and the public school officials who are allowing falsified registration paperwork to be used to draw federal funding for those illegal bodies seated in our desks.
What happens to our children who are legal citizens if law enforcement does what they should do and that is pull the SRO program?
Our local police chiefs had the right take on this. Send those protesting youngsters down to have a chat with the cops instead of risking a school program that is in place for safety to all.
"Unapologetically pursuing and tracking patterns within the news others make since 2010."
February 3, 2012
SandBox Comments: Glenwood Springs Post Independent "Search for new Re-1 superintendent begins"
This is so wonderful. What a great job the new RE-1 board is doing!
Quietly, but firm and powerful, they are showing the RE-1 district a much better way to administer our school district.
Keeping their word while handling a very difficult situation is commendable.
Thank you to the RE-1 school board.
"..The board, including three new members elected last fall who had openly questioned district leadership, decided to part ways with Haptonstall after gathering extensive input from district staff and the general public.
A similar approach will be used by HYA in developing a superintendent profile for the school district. It will involve meetings with groups of Re-1 teachers, principals, district administrators, support staff, parents and students.
There will also be an online survey for citizens to take part in. And the school board intends to solicit input from local elected officials, service clubs, representatives from charter and private schools, Colorado Mountain College officials and former Re-1 school board members..."
(Read more? Click title)
"Unapologetically pursuing and tracking patterns within the news others make since 2010."
Quietly, but firm and powerful, they are showing the RE-1 district a much better way to administer our school district.
Keeping their word while handling a very difficult situation is commendable.
Thank you to the RE-1 school board.
"..The board, including three new members elected last fall who had openly questioned district leadership, decided to part ways with Haptonstall after gathering extensive input from district staff and the general public.
A similar approach will be used by HYA in developing a superintendent profile for the school district. It will involve meetings with groups of Re-1 teachers, principals, district administrators, support staff, parents and students.
There will also be an online survey for citizens to take part in. And the school board intends to solicit input from local elected officials, service clubs, representatives from charter and private schools, Colorado Mountain College officials and former Re-1 school board members..."
(Read more? Click title)
"Unapologetically pursuing and tracking patterns within the news others make since 2010."
January 31, 2012
SandBox Comments: Aspen Times/Bruno Kirchenwitz "Tax dollars at work"
And then there are those out in the public commentary that have spent the last few years pushing away the denial of local governments and power brokers to the point that when they speak up, the entire valley listens.
Who needs the Steve Skinners and SandBoxBlogs of the world when we have Bruno Kirchenwitz?
Bruno Kirchenwitz:
"...If we want to retain the “good” teachers, why were all the teachers rewarded with those ill-conceived bonuses? Because the union says there is no objective way to economically discern between the good and the not so good.
I do hope all those generous taxpayers learn this union lesson well and remember when it comes hat in hand the next time, begging “for the children.”
"Unapologetically pursuing and tracking patterns within the news others make since 2010."
Who needs the Steve Skinners and SandBoxBlogs of the world when we have Bruno Kirchenwitz?
Bruno Kirchenwitz:
"...If we want to retain the “good” teachers, why were all the teachers rewarded with those ill-conceived bonuses? Because the union says there is no objective way to economically discern between the good and the not so good.
I do hope all those generous taxpayers learn this union lesson well and remember when it comes hat in hand the next time, begging “for the children.”
"Unapologetically pursuing and tracking patterns within the news others make since 2010."
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