[8] The website of Williamson County Schools stated that this curriculum does not include "critical race theory". The report shows that the Williamson College of Business Administration enrolls the largest number of student athletes with 159, followed by the Bitonte College of Health and Human Services with 118. I don't have a solution to that, but I think that's one of the things as I've talked to parents. } } It's what I do. } Ravenwood High School Tops at History Bowl, WCS Students Learn About Black History Month, WCS Student Work on Display at Frist Art Museum, Williamson Medical Center Receives Six 2021 Womens Choice Awards. font-size: .9em; Originally hailing from Chattanooga, Graham, 45,has lived in Williamson County for five years. The Eccles currently live in College Grove. top: 0px; The Williamson County Board of Commissioners, also known as the County Commission, is the legislative body of the county government and as such it is the primary policy-making body in the county. In District 5, incumbent Gary Anderson defeated challenger Julie Ellen Mauck to win another term on the board. The Board also approved 27 Late Start Days for middle and high schools and 11 Early Release Days for elementary schools. Get the latest WCS Newsletter InFocus delivered to your inbox. A viral video with millions of views shows parents yelling, "We know who you are. . The County Commission operates with a committee structure - most Commission business is first considered by a committee of its members before coming to the full Commission. Ultimately a mask requirement for elementary school students, staff, and visitors was mandated. max-width: 600px; Franklin and his family moved to the City of Franklin in 2018 from Bulverde, Texas, (outside of San Antonio) where he formerly served on the city council and the Planning and Zoning Boards in Bulverde and neighboring Cibolo. Election. .votebox-covid-disclaimer { As a member of the Greatest Generation, Bill enlisted in the Navy and proudly served in the Pearl Harbor codebreaking unit, which received a Presidential Commendation for their work. padding-left: 10px; font-weight: 300; Holladayanoptometrist, musician, songwriterand father of three relocated from Nashville to Franklin in 2016, "drawn by the stellar reputation of the school system," he said in a press release. Thank you for sharing what you really have in your heart. Franklin's children currently attend Columbia State Community College and Page HighSchool, while his youngest are home schooled. Republican candidate Ali Wallace Adair and Independent candidate Tangie Lane did not immediately return requests for comment. On this Wikipedia the language links are at the top of the page across from the article title. .contact_entity {font-size: 1.5em ;margin-top: 0.6em; margin-bottom: 0em;margin-right: 0.5em;} But over time, the school system has been building a classroom a week. position: absolute; .votebox { Mitchell assumed office in 2016. } The Board is led by Garrett. The Williamson County School Board approved the calendar at its January 17 meeting. Public policy. Outside of her day-job, she regularly volunteers at WCS schools across District 12 and has served on the Centennial High School PTO in various leadership roles. The 2022 county election will be Drason Beasley's first run for an elected position. Brown attended Lipscomb University and received a bachelor's degree in history and political science. The concept of standardized teaching and curriculum makes perfect sense. } He said watching them inspired him to run forthe board seat. "I think it's harmful to kids, even the kids that are growing up in the so-called traditional family, not to learn about all kinds of things," Wallace said. He has alsobeen an active volunteer at both WCS and Franklin Special School District schools, and served on several school parent, athletic and booster groups. I think quality of our facilities is world class. .votebox_bp_logo { .race_footer { Jody Wallace, amom of two students, had decided to reach out to her District 2 school board member Dan Cash about comments he had made about an elementary school English language arts curriculum. height: 56px; z-index:1; padding-bottom: 8px; margin-bottom:16px; Shoving it down their throats that the happy white traditional Christian family is the normal good way to be is damaging, rather than seeing a large variety of lifestyles as they build their awareness of the worldlifestyles many of them do see in their real lives. You said that you dont think children that age understand such things, that children that age dont hate, that children that age just need to have fun.. Welcome to XQ. color: white; Elections in 2023 | Things we as a civilization have done wrong and need to do better. } Wimberly was re-elected to the seat. width: 250px; How to vote | if(document.getElementsByClassName("reference").length==0) if(document.getElementById('Footnotes')!==null) document.getElementById('Footnotes').parentNode.style.display = 'none'; What's on my ballot? div.oneoff-scrollbox.regular { height:400px; overflow:scroll; margin:20px; padding:10px; border:1px solid gray; } } Galbreath, a certified public accountant, is co-founder ofFranklin-based healthcare technology and analytics company,Kythera Labs. }, 100); font-weight: 100; } float: left; overflow-x: scroll; padding-bottom: 3px; Angela Durham First District | School Board Chair Dan Cash Second District Eliot Mitchell Third District Josh Brown Fourth District | School Board Vice Chair Jennifer Aprea Fifth District Jay Galbreath Sixth District In the race for the unexpired term in District 4, incumbent Anne McGraw defeated challenger Joey Czarneski. font-style: italic; [4], The school district began using the "Wit and Wisdom" curriculum in April 2020. WCS continues to be a leader in the State in academic achievement. padding-bottom: 7px; He has served as a volunteer middle school basketball coach and later an official high school basketball coach atWilliamson County schools. background-color: #db0000; He has coached Williamson County flag football, tackle football and basketball teams, while serving on the executive committee of the TennesseeJuvenile Court Services Association. } © var currentTime = new Date();var year = currentTime.getFullYear();document.write(year); Williamson County Schools All rights reserved.|615-472-4000. $(".collapse-all").on('click', () => { Williamson County has some of Tennessee's top-ranked schools. K.C. She has more than 18 years of experience in the industry after working at Caterpillar and Tesla. As of Thursday at noon, even district. Having grown up in Venezuela and Argentina, Britton is fluent in Spanish. div.survey-scrollbox { height:400px; overflow:scroll; margin:20px; padding:10px; border:1px solid gray; } Durham's current term ends in 2024. Im a parent of two students in the Wilco school system who is in your voting district. } Beasley is also the president and co-founder of Banebow, Inc. a nonprofit offering counseling services to those who have lost a child. "As a Williamson County parent, I will ensure that all voices areheard and supported in our schools.". Many parents wonder if transparency is the order of the day when it comes to how the Williamson County School System does business and they say the problem starts at the top, with Looney. "Second graders are more than capable of understanding that yes, the people in power in this country (white men) used to refuse to let women and Black people vote or have the same rights, and we still continue to have challenges in many of these areas to this day," she wrote. margin-right: 12px; float:right; According to the release, Clements was an organizer and leader of Keep Williamson County Livable, a local group focused on "ensuring responsible growth and fiscal integrity for the county" that worked with county leaders ahead of the release of Williamson County2040 Comprehensive "Town and Country" Land Use plan. Along similar lines, despite all of the commotion at Tuesday's meeting, Williamson County Schools Board of Education chair Nancy Garrett said she received 781 emails from people in favor of. The week of January 24 is Tennessee School Board Appreciation Week and a time to show our thanks to the 12 members of the Williamson County Board of Education. Republish. .race_header.libertarian { So the standardization - we have to find a balance - we have to find balance to give teachers the flexibility to explore the passions of the children. That's a comment that's come up multiple times. They don't quit being friends because they are at different schools. Gary Humble, spokesman for the Williamson County-based Tennessee Stands posted a YouTube video Tuesday saying he disagreed with the premise of the GOP meeting. "I look forward to continuing to serve for my third term.". You hate white men and white little boys and Christians. As a board member, he previously said he's focused on growth and addressingconcerns around curriculum. } Its just strange how upset you are that some presumably white boys have been upset by hypothetical CRT that has been pushed on them in a Wilco school in second grade, but you also think that NONE of our kids are ever exposed to the racism, sexism and other bullying any other way because kids dont hate. That the schools are this safe space for them as long as we keep CRT and mention of womens suffrage out of it. Williamson County Schools (WCS) is a school district in Williamson County, Tennessee, . 1320 West Main StreetFranklin, TN, 37064. We don't have enough bus drivers, and you have them running multiple routes. My daughter opened up at Independence and moved to Page. All three of them went to new schools. font-weight: 200; Let me tell you about being a minority or even just a white girl in the schools here, or probably anywhere in this country. margin-top: 0px; text-align: center; .non_result_row th { I also think the teachers need to be able to have the freedom to break standards to take advantage of student engagement when it occurs. } Galbreath, a lifelong Williamson County resident, isrunning for his re-election for what will be his thirdterm. Mitchell ran for re-election to the Williamson County Board of Education to represent District 3 in Tennessee. The board of education chair Nancy Garrett sent a statement in response to a request for comment. margin-top: 1em; .hideResponses { display: none;} padding-left: 8px; } This school board election will be the first experience running for an elected position. .race_header.republican { What do you think of current state education standards? Members meet on a monthly basis with additional policy meetings, work sessions and special sessions as needed. He was formerly the CEO at the Ochs Center for Metropolitan Studies and Research Manager at the Kentucky Office of Education Accountability. Haugh is the Boards vice chairman. vertical-align: top;
margin-bottom: 0px; There are 50 schools: 11 high schools, 11 middle schools, 27 elementary . I think the dedication of the teachers and the staff is phenomenal. font-weight: bold; Haugh's current term ends in 2024. He holds a master's degree in Christian ministry, as well asa bachelor's in business administration, and served as the vice president of field ministrywith the Fellowship of Christian Athletes in theSouthwest Central region and Central Africa. } Beasley, 42, has lived in Williamson County since 2004 and has worked at Williamson County Juvenile Court since then. height: 22px; .race_header { "I, along with thousands of other concerned parents, have seen things take a turn in regards to curriculum and policies which dont necessarily align with our pro-freedom and pro-American values," he said. color: #fff; Cash said at a board work session. What is your position on standardized testing - is there too much, too little? He said he declined to speak because it was a Sunday and Father's Day. } Not be a current employee of the district and/or be related to a current employee in that district. padding-left: 0; Main Fax: Map & Directions; Jen Haley. [8], According to the National Weather Service Nashville, the "non-thunderstorm winds are going to be crazy," with the most severe weather potential occurring . display: inline-block; background-color: #003388; District Calendar .image-candidate-thumbnail-wrapper { The week of January 24 is Tennessee School Board Appreciation Week and a time to show our thanks to the 12 members of the Williamson County Board of Education. Mitchell assumed office in 2016. Cash was a pipe fitter for General Motors for over 30years. font-style: italic; background-color: white; Williamson County Schools Board of Education member Brad Fiscus Submitted Williamson County Schools Board of Education District 4 member Brad Fiscus and his wife and Tennessee's former top vaccine official, Dr. Michelle Fiscus, will move out of state next month to pursue new opportunities. color: white; Eccles holds a bachelor's degree in marketing; in May, she will complete a master's in business administration from the University of Tennessee at Martin. Their parents teach them to hate girls and minorities and anyone differently abled. I lead a team of computer experts that includes Orthodox Jews, Muslims, Christians, gay and lesbians, Hindus. The Williamson County Board of Education consists of 12 members, each elected from one of the 12 voting districts for a four-year term. Haugh ran for re-election to the Williamson County Board of Education to represent District 11 in Tennessee. Seven of the 12 seats on the Williamson County Schools Board of Education were up for by-district general election on August 4, 2016. } background-color: #f9d334; Eliot Mitchell is a member of the Williamson County Board of Education in Tennessee, representing District 3. WCS students will begin the 2023-24 school year with a half-day on Friday, August 4. The reality of rezoning is the friends remain friends. I think we need to consider if we are over testing because of the stress that it puts on the children. Welch is director of businessdevelopment for a consumer market research firmanda fourth-generation veteran of both the U.S. Army and National Guard. [9], Dave Allen, Assistant Superintendent of Teaching, Learning and Assessment (TLA)[11], Vickie Hall, Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources, Leigh Webb, Assistant Superintendent for Secondary Schools[12], Juli Oyer, Assistant Superintendent for Elementary Schools[13], Mark Samuels, Assistant Superintendent for Operations[14], The Williamson County Board of Education consists of 12 members, each elected from one of the 12 voting districts for a four-year term. Religion is key to culture. He is a ruling elder for First Presbyterian Church. vertical-align: top; border: 1px solid #999; Chilton, 56, is a 9-year Williamson County resident and an associate professor of public administration at Tennessee State University. I think it's probably the culture of expectations on the students. The Williamson County School Board establishes school zones for the district. Our goal is to make living here more delightful and fulfilling each day. If a parent still has concerns, the office of the Superintendent can provide an appropriate contact for further assistance. All rights reserved. } Williamson County Board of Education District 3, .infobox { width: 100%; .widget-row.value-only { Republican candidate Jamie Limacould not provide comment at this time. Haugh width: 250px; "Our board members represent and serve all families whose children attend Williamson County Schools," she wrote in an email. He describes the school system as an . display: block; Her older children attendPage Middle School and College Grove Elementary. .survey-result {padding:10px;} "Im running for District 8 school board because I believe the purpose of a local school board is to ensure the district reflects the values, beliefs and priorities of the community," Graham said in an email. margin: 0px 10px; font-size: 1.25em; padding-left: 16px; Williamson County Schools (WCS) is a school district in Williamson County, Tennessee, United States. Counties | font-weight: bold; Haugh is a member of the Williamson County Board of Education in Tennessee, representing District 11.Haugh assumed office in 2016. Now, hehopes to represent District 4. .image-candidate-thumbnail-wrapper .image-candidate-thumbnail { a[aria-expanded=true] .fa-chevron-right { display: none; } padding-left: 10px; .election_results_text { background-color: grey; We took advantage of grandfathering and open zoning. color: white; .mw-body #mw-content-text th.votebox-results-cell--text { }) She was an educator in the Nashville area. " display: block; Yet these things in second graders get written off as boys will be boys or its just kids being kids. At least, when its directed at girls, minorities, and others. 2023 www.tennessean.com. He has been involved in various community organizations, including churches, FrankTown Open Hearts and sports teams through the Williamson County Recreation Leagues and the YMCA. text-align: center; .expand-all:hover, .collapse-all:hover {cursor: pointer; text-decoration: underline;} background-color: grey; Kids do hate. Independent candidate Deborah Pace could not be reached for comment. .outer_percentage { } I hope I didn't miss anything.". She has also served on the Davis House Child Advocacy event committee for seven yearsorganizing the Button Ball and teaches Sunday school. font-weight: bold; Ballot measures, Who represents me? .inner_percentage.Republican { .mw-content-ltr td.votebox-results-cell--text, word-wrap: break-word; "I have been impressed with their teachers and the staff at the Williamson County Public Schools," Britton said. "Our Board members do so much to ensure students get that high-quality educationparents are looking for in Williamson County Schools, said WCS Superintendent Jason Golden. .non_result_row div { Mar 3, 2023, 12:36pm PST. It needs to be seldom. width: 100% !important; .votebox-results-cell--check { "There's going to be differentthings in there that aren't age appropriate.". background-color: #003388; line-height: 1.5em; They meet annually to hear appeals involving real and personal property valuation issues. display: table; [1], .votebox { .contact_office { margin-top: 0.3em; margin-bottom: 0em;margin-right: 0.5em;} } Britton's has grandchildrenattending Williamson County Schools. Outside of optometry, Holladay shares hissobriety journey with related initiatives, treatment centers and conventions, like at Williamson County's21st District Recovery Court in 2019. $('.showResponses').on('click', () => { Mitchell's responses are shown below. Mitchell won in the general election on August 6, 2020. Reach her at aexum@tennessean.com, 615-347-7313, or on Twitter @aniexum. Williamson County Televisions channel on YouTube. "I am running as an independent because I firmly believe that school board positions should be non-partisan," she said in an email. $('.hideResponses').show(); Jody. Mitchell was endorsed by the WillCo Rising PAC. top: 2px; We cant thank our Board members enough for all the hard work they do for our district.. [7] Click here for a list of Mitchell's endorsements in this election. .inner_percentage.Libertarian { He also served on a community advisory committee for Williamson County and on numerous committees for Spring Hill, including the economic development committee, the parks and recreation committee, the library board of trustees, the historical commission, and the chamber of commerce board of directors. .widget-row.Independent, .widget-row.Nonpartisan, .widget-row.Constitution { .race_header.green { Second graders are more than capable of understanding that yes, the people in power in this country (white men) used to refuse to let women and Black people vote or have the same rights, and we still continue to have challenges in many of these areas to this day. text-align: center; "That's why people move here," Eric Welch, the longtime school-board member, told me. position: absolute; [20] Creekside Elementary opened in Fall 2019 and moved into its permanent building in early January 2020. .results_row { Copyright 2002-2023 Blackboard, Inc. All rights reserved. By the time they got to be students in college, their roommates in college were the friends they had in elementary and not necessarily high school. What comes down to is the challenge of putting the empty desk where the students are. padding-top: 8px; She has one child attending a WCS high school. I think the transportation system and strategy seems to be under pressure. The District 9 race featured incumbent Rick Wimberly and challenger Denise Boothby. I bring decades of experience working in teams, serving on committees, and leading multi-functional groups to success. His career also took him tomore than 60 countries, making him "more compassionate, empathetic and less afraid of differences," he said in an email. Whitson declined to comment on the school board events, and Ogles could not be reached for comment even though his assistant . .widget-row.Democratic { "Like many families, my parents moved here for the great schools and better opportunities for their children," she said in an email. font-size: 16px; It creates a challenge of the administrator for the middle school they have 40 or 50 kids keep under control for an extra class period basically. Contact our sales team. The Middle Tennessee State University graduate has worked as an executive assistant for 15 years. Following an application for appointment to school board in the fall of 2021, Franklin, 47, is making a second attempt at joining the WCBOE. Graham's two daughters attend Grassland Elementary School. Phone: (615) 790-5712. Brownhas been serving as an interim board member, appointed by the Williamson County commission, since October 2021following board member Brad Fiscus' resignation and out-of-state move. .widget-row.Republican { display: inline; background-color: #f9d334; color: white; State and local courts | [2] The district is rapidly growing, adding over 1000 new students each year. margin-bottom: -2px !important; I've heard some concerns from parents and administrators on the allocation of special needs resources. Read Wallace's full message below: Dear Mr. Cash, I'm a parent of two students in the Wilco school. I think that my philosophy is the school system needs to synchronize with the municipalities on where the growth is occurring, so they can help project and improve their projections of where they need to plan schools. $('.hideResponses').on('click', () => { Those dates are available on the WCS Calendar page. .widget-row { } Mitchell was born in Chattanooga, Tennessee. 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