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Grandparent urges board to "teach how to think," criticizes board and curriculum during public comment
Summary
At the March 10 Conewago Valley School District meeting a registered public commenter, a grandparent, criticized the board and called for more instruction in foundational skills and civics.
A registered public commenter identified in the meeting record as Mrs. Artlaw told the Conewago Valley School District Board of School Directors on March 10 that she attended as a grandparent and urged the board to prioritize basic instruction and civic education over what she called "indoctrination."
Artlaw told the board she is not a parent of current students but attends because her grandchildren are students in the district. She criticized the boardand said the "real culprit" behind perceived problems was the Board of Education itself. She urged a renewed focus on "reading, writing, arithmetic," and asked the district to teach students "how to think and not what to think," suggesting classes on the Constitution, the Bill of Rights and the Declaration of Independence.
Artlaw also mentioned a book recommendation and commented about psychologists and social worker employees and COVID in the context of recent discussions. She concluded her remarks by stressing that she did not blame teachers for the concerns she raised, but held the board responsible.
Ending: The board acknowledged the comment period and noted there would not be an immediate response from the board; the superintendent was identified as the staff contact for follow-up if further action were needed.
