I wanted to address the latest email sent to families regarding racial/equity challenges in the schools. Originally, I skimmed it over and deleted it per usual. Then later decided to take the time to read its entirety. As a mother of a kindergartner in the HSE school district, I am ashamed and a bit appalled by your last email. Being the superintendent, I feel as if it is your responsibly to touch on or recognize celebrations of differing cultures. As you mentioned, black history is not confined to one month. Our children should be learning of the courageous and heroic efforts made by many blank people throughout our history. But at no point should our children ever be able to recognize a staff members political affiliation. The fact that Black Lives Matter is being brought to the forefront as a “positive” and presented as such to our children, is simply not acceptable. It’s doubtful that topics such as the many riots across our country, looting of businesses (including those of black business owners), killing of innocent children and other innocent bystanders, chop zones, etc. were discussed in any depth or presented in such a way as being a negative reaction to feelings. That we are responsible for our own actions, and that just Bc times get tough we don’t get to react negatively without consequences. I mean, why would you put that spin on education when it doesn’t fit a certain agenda? More importantly I am not ok with the superintendent or any teacher discussing  their ideology of “white privilege”. School is not a place for our children to be learning a staff members opinions on politics. Only facts on history snd current events should be taught. Period. Same goes for sex, gender confusion, etc. I am NOT ok with my child hearing of your opinions on such. I am perfectly comfortable with discussing these social issues as I deem fit for my child, and in a time and manner that I feel is suitable for her age. I understand my child will be seeing things happen around her in this world, that we don’t morally agree with, and we are very open to discussion. But again, that is my responsibility. I am thankful that my husbands job is moving us to a state and school system that takes that into consideration, and that also allows children to attend school full time in person where they thrive and learn best!