I believe Olentangy schools should provide our students with a set fact based education without any political agendas. Our curriculum should exceed state standards, not struggle to meet it. Many families moved into Olentangy specifically for the excellent reputation of the K-12 public education this district provides - we can do better than the state minimum standards, let's set achievement goals which encourage excellence instead of bare minimum. We have some of the best teachers and staff in the state of Ohio and an amazing community which both support this ideal. I don’t stand for any rogue curriculums or teaching material intended to indoctrinate students. I support teaching students how to independently process and filter information and think critically allowing them to arrive to their own conclusions.
Our kids should be taught that with hard work and determination, anything is possible, and regardless of who they are or where they come from, there is nothing holding them back from leading a successful and fulfilling life.