Category Archives: Echo Chamber

Board of Education President Launches Another Attack on Michael Clara

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January 26, 2015 Susan McFarland, SLTA President 5150 South 900 East Salt Lake City, UT 84117   Dear Susan,   Recently, Parents for Choice In Education published a report addressing collective bargaining in particular and teachers unions in general. In the context of the report, current board member, Michael Clara, was quoted. His statement about union negotiations has prompted us to reach out today: “…the union negotiated bumping rights that give senior teachers preference when … Continue reading →

Heather Bennett: Next School Board President ?

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  This afternoon, I received a letter from the Education Matters Committee. They are advising me: “Please DO NOT select Heather Bennett for either position of president or vice president” The letter goes on to explain characteristics that they have noted in Heather Bennett. One of their statements caught my attention: “She does not represent the board with dignity and integrity, nor does she treat fellow board members…and members of the public with respect and … Continue reading →