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Speakers praise Academies of Racine and stress school safety during RUSD public comment
Summary
Two public commenters — a student and a parent — told the Racine Unified School District that the Academies of Racine and programs such as STEM and International Baccalaureate have provided opportunities, and the parent emphasized safety and daily confidence in the schools.
Two speakers during a public comment period praised programs at the Racine Unified School District and said school safety and student opportunities mattered to them.
A student commenter who identified involvement in STEM, volleyball, Girls Inc., advanced classes and work as a student ambassador said the Academies of Racine "are my favorite part of Racine Unified School District." The student added that "I always had access to amazing teachers and opportunities," and said International Baccalaureate classes helped prepare them for pursuing a career in medicine or health-care administration.
A second commenter, identified as a parent of four students in the district, said school safety is a top concern for the family. The parent said, "Going there in good hands gives us peace of mind daily," and praised the district for fostering students' growth, creativity, critical thinking and a "brighter future for all of us."
Both speakers named specific programs and activities they credited with supporting student development, including STEM courses, extracurriculars such as volleyball, and advanced coursework. The student described personal preparation for postsecondary study and careers through district offerings, while the parent emphasized observed day-to-day growth and safety as reasons to support the schools.
No formal board action or vote was recorded in the provided transcript excerpt; the remarks occurred during public comment.
