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Board members relay takeaways from advocacy conference: time to teach, safety and student behavior top concerns
Summary
Board members who attended a legislative advocacy conference reported that teacher time for instruction, school safety and persistent disruptive student behavior were top concerns raised by teachers and presenter Patrick Kelly of the Palmetto State Teachers Association.
Two trustees who attended a legislative advocacy conference briefed the board on takeaways they brought back for the district.
They said Patrick Kelly of the Palmetto State Teachers Association emphasized that teachers want more uninterrupted instructional time and fewer meetings and training that pull them from classroom instruction. Board members also said school safety remained a top priority for teachers and legislators and that persistent disruptive student behavior is increasing and taking instructional time away from classrooms.
Trustees noted they heard from state lawmakers at the conference and were encouraged to raise local issues with representatives. One board member said the four legislators on the panel — identified in the meeting as two House members and two senators, including Shane Martin — urged districts to bring specific concerns to their attention so state lawmakers could act.
Board members said they will consider the conference takeaways as they shape district priorities.
