Student K
I don’t feel safe at home. If I say something, I know that I’ll be taken away and my sibling will be split up. My mom would never forgive me but I hate it here. I’m tired of hearing door slams, daily cuss outs, and my mother telling me that I’m not good enough. It’s...
Teacher F
(Teacher Submitted) The System has made it impossible for me to get a permanent high school social studies position! I grew up in one of the most diverse countries in the world! My mom came from a Hindu background and my dad from a Muslim background. I was shot...
My Thoughts Regarding Lost Cemetery Buried Under King High School.
I'm speechless but writing somehow eases the pain. Our ancestors were laid to rest in this historic land. What baffles me is that the district didn’t protect this land at all costs. It was clearly marked that a cemetery existed. The district was aware to take extra...
Blurred Lines: How Social Media Impacts the Classroom
For the past couple of days, we have seen headlines regarding children getting hurt at school in the Tampa Bay Area. There are serious concerns with our school district and this can no longer be swept under the rug. Our children are being arrested for fighting because...
Student J
Last night was a rough one for me. I found out my parents didn't have enough money to pay the rent and the landlord kicked us out of our trailer. That man threw out our belongings and we didn't have much left behind. We went to our Auntie's house and I had to sleep...
Enough Is Enough! Our Children Deserve Better!
As a former educator, this is my plea: School districts have already started the privatization of teachers. It's called Kelly Services! (or whatever they call their substitute service in different areas) Next, they want to do this to the custodians. The real heroes on...
My Interview With Goddess Talk & Trap Talk on August 22, 2019
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My request… Be honest with your stakeholders HCPS
On August 20, 2019, I attended the school board meeting to speak to the leaders at Hillsborough County Public Schools. I really hope that my message resonates with them to do what’s right. Here’s my message: As the days go by, I have witnessed the continued corruption...
My Back To School Truth: I’m Grieving
As I watch my timeline excited for the next school year, I am somewhat grieving. I fell in love with teaching. I enjoyed teaching students how to code and empowering them to generate money online. I enjoyed being a person my students felt safe with and a listening...
The Data is Screaming “Help”!
On July 30, 2019, I attended the school board meeting to speak to the leaders at HCPS. I really hope that my message resonates with them to do what’s right. Here’s my message: I had an opportunity to review some data and some of the data is screaming help! For the...