Our role as a school board member is to allow the school system to direct the daily operations and education of the school system. Schools have established processes to direct students to needed medical assistance through counselors, social workers, and school nurses.

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This question does not apply to the education of public school children.

Neutral

While not directly protected by the opt-out provisions in the same way students are, teachers' moral or religious beliefs may become a factor when schools are creating policies to accommodate students.

Strongly Agree

The authors of the Constitution recognized this right: The Congress shall have power—To promote the Progress of Science and useful Arts, by securing for limited Times to Authors and Inventors the exclusive Right to their respective Writings and Discoveries” (The United States Constitution, Article I, Section 8, 1787). These rights are foundational principles of a capitalist economy where individuals and businesses have the legal right to own, use, and dispose of said property.

There is no federal constitutional right to an education. However, the state of North Carolina gives its children a right to an education through both the state constitution and state laws. As college does not determine the success in life of a person, public education should be publicly funded Pre-K through 12th grade.

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According to Senate Bill 49, which was enacted in 2023, parental consent for medical treatment for minors is required. It imposes disciplinary action on health care practitioners who violate this provision. The bill requires school personnel to encourage students to discuss issues concerning their well-being with their parents, therefore the law must be followed.

Agree

While consistent discipline creates a safe and orderly environment for students, it is also important to address the social-emotional needs of all students to support discipline and a safe and orderly environment.

Strongly Agree

Our students should know our history: the good, the bad, and the ugly. It is important for them to understand how and why our country was founded. They should know how our history affects us today and the decisions that are made by all people in our country.

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I support equal access for all children. I believe that no one group should be sacrificed for another, but all groups should be afforded the same rights in their pursuit of learning. We should raise our standards of learning and support all children in reaching the highest levels.

Neutral

I remember a time without the Department of Education as education was originally a right belonging to the states. Since we receive approximately 8% of our funding from the federal government, I believe there are better ways for the federal government to spend their money. Allow the states more flexibility in how they allocate and spend educational dollars.

Yes, once the board determines the appropriateness of a book, it is decided. This would allow for constant challenges. Our school district has a process for book challenges that is working.

Language Arts, Mathematics, Science, American History, Civics, Information Technology, Personal Finances, Physical Fitness, Vocational Learning, Social Emotional Learning, Foreign Language, Art and Music

Neutral

Our tax dollars fund schools. If a family chooses to send their child to a non-public school, that is their choice.

Equality of opportunities which allows a child to determine their own outcomes.

Opt-In rather than Opt-Out as many parents are not aware of what is being taught.

Our district allows for book challenges at each school. It is then reviewed by a committee to determine the outcome.

Neutral

It is the 2nd amendment, but we must use common sense when it comes to gun laws in order to protect our citizens, especially our students.

Neutral

We are not physicians, we must follow guidelines established by the Center for Disease Control for health precautions for our children.

No

No

Moderate

This should have no bearing on my role as an educator. I am a deeply spiritual person and have values that support the rights of all people. I also honor the rights and beliefs of others as long as no harm occurs. Our country is made up of many cultures who have various spiritual beliefs, therefore it is only right for them to practice their own way.

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This is not an educational issue.

NC Senate Bill 49, which was passed in 2023 forbids curriculum-based instruction on gender identity, sexual activity, or sexuality in kindergarten through fourth grade. This prohibition does not apply to student-initiated questions. After fourth grade, age appropriate curriculum should be used.

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Marriage has nothing to do with education.

Strongly Agree

Our North Carolina General Statues support this right.

Strongly Agree

According to state law, parents are given the right to access and review their child's medical records, with certain exceptions. My question to you is "Why would a school prevent a parent from a child's school or medical records?"

Strongly Agree

School children have the right to a childhood free from graphic acts or language.

Our job is to focus only on educating students about the science of reproduction. School employees are required to encourage children to discuss issues related to their well-being and sexual preferences with their parents.

Strongly Disagree

We have to have a driver's license to drive, a passport to enter another country, what is the problem of having a photo id to vote?

Strongly Agree

As the parent of a son and a daughter who participated in sports, I see the value of allowing only same sex sports. By allowing same-sex participation, it takes away from all the rights my generation fought for women. I also do not want women to impose on men's privacy and sports. In sports, create a third group to allow for transgender athletes to participate with each other.