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Here we go again. Another quick fix - I am greatly concerned that Dr. Riley seems all consumed and bragging about all of the power he will have vs. focusing on all the Charter is prepared to offer.. God forbid any Charter should have to answer to the State regarding how they are spending the money or what the true results of their programs are. I have seen what another Dr in the South Bay promised - Ed Brand. Those promises - EMPTY!!!!!! In my opinion. Parents WAKE UP - all that glitters is not gold. These are your most precious gifts - do NOT gamble on their futures. When are we going to see persons who are ready and willing to serve vs. use.— May 2, 2014 4:10 p.m.
Corruption cut from Sweetwater schools?
Visduh - oskidoll - Mc Cann truly disappointed so many voters who supported him back in 2010. He was going to clean up the District, return its once good name. A question that remains unanswered by him. 'Why did you Mr. Mc Cann fail to advise the Board of the second opinion that 'the Gandara' could be fired for cause?' Instead gandara was let go that evening at Southwest, however his termination was not effective immediately - WHY???? Because of the termination date reported to the State gandara has been able to collect retirement (as reported by TRANSPARENT CALIFORNIA). Supposedly that will stop. One thing for sure, based on the total dysfunction under both gandara and Ed Brand and the major distraction of felony indictments of the majority of the Board, the only place for SUHSD to go is up - but, again I say, Ed Brand has got to go!— April 30, 2014 7:12 p.m.
Corruption cut from Sweetwater schools?
Visduh - no Visduh, you know far more than I do on so many issues. Your comments have offered much fuel for thought - many points, counterpoints. I value others opinions for they offer me the opportunity to step outside what I believe to know is true and see others perspectives. I refer to it as growing. Regarding giving Lopez a break, I see it more as giving recognition for her efforts these past several years. You know in truth, IF the other Board members, way back when, would have seen the error of their ways and then begun acting on behalf of the students and taxpayers I would be speaking up for them as well - 'when you know better you do better'. At this point it is up to the Courts. Your tribute to The READER and Ms. Luzzaro - truer words have never been spoken. These two entities epitomize the true meaning of 'news'. On a lighter note, this forum has offered me the opportunity to 'meet' individuals such as Visduh, individuals who I view as part of the neighborhood, even though many miles may separate our zip codes.— April 30, 2014 2:39 p.m.
Corruption cut from Sweetwater schools?
Visduh: after reading your many posts these past years, not just on SUHSD - I am of the opinion you are wiser - just not when it comes to Lopez, (smile) eastlaker : your words ring true. While I pay tribute to Ms. Lopez's efforts these past years, you are correct the judicial system has the final say and, after all, we are all governed by the law of the land.— April 30, 2014 7:19 a.m.
Corruption cut from Sweetwater schools?
oskidoll - "but too late to do any good". It was in 2009 when 'the antagonists' contacted Ms. Lopez with their concerns. Since that time, Lopez's votes have, in my opinion, made a real difference. I offer Board Docs tapings of each and every vote as supporting documentation.— April 29, 2014 7:47 p.m.
Corruption cut from Sweetwater schools?
Visduh - speaking as the flawed person I am I would like to think that in my 64 years I have learned from my many mistakes. I have taken life lessons and turned them around in an attempt to become a better person. And so, from my perspective, it is the Bertha Lopez that I have personally observed that my comments are based on. The court will decide her ultimate fate, this is fact. I would hope that when one attempts to remind me of what I have said they would do so correctly. "And you have said that all the bad ones should be off the board, with no excuses for her." I have never called for Lopez to leave, nor have I put her in the same category as the others. I have since day one made reference to the votes, to the questionable decisions, to the manipulation by 'the gandara' and Ed Brand of Ricasa, McCann, Cartmill and Quinones - Lopez the lone exception. Lopez would not be bullied into following 'the Gandara' or Ed Brand line. However, these are anniej's opinions not 'the questions you tartly referenced'. Based on my personal observations month after month, year after year, one flawed fiduciary decision after another. My fanny sat in that seat and watched them all. At the end of the day, hopefully, South Bay politics are better for all of this - I say hopefully but time will tell if any life lessons have been learned. It is indeed a shame that with all of the topics worth discussing so much time has been spent having to fight for a quality education for our deserving youth.— April 29, 2014 7:40 p.m.
Corruption cut from Sweetwater schools?
Visduh - you speak of Lopez as if she has gone along to get along. NOTHING could be further from the truth. Your comments would be more viable if you would have at least acknowledged her efforts the past 4+ years. You refer to Lopez and. Cartmill voting in line with Ed Brand. Anyone who has attended the last 4 years of Board meetings recognizes that nothing could be further from the truth - Lopez has been the lone vote on soooooo many issues. I consider differing opinions, it gives all pause to stop and think, however, in this case I will respectfully agree to disagree. Her charges I can not speak to - her efforts on behalf of the students and taxpayers that I have personally witnessed for the last 4+ years I can and do. * I have attended each and every Board meeting for the past 4+ years and have personally witnessed the votes I speak of.— April 29, 2014 2:50 p.m.
Corruption cut from Sweetwater schools?
Missionaccomplished - John McCann is running for City Council, not that he would do well at that endeavor, even as a 2nd time around member.— April 29, 2014 2:43 p.m.
Corruption cut from Sweetwater schools?
Picture of a 'certain someone' pulling up FOUNDATION signs? - OH MY!!!! Now that would be a front pager -— April 29, 2014 10:39 a.m.
Corruption cut from Sweetwater schools?
Something is very interesting about 'education property management' reported by Ed Brand. I have often wondered why the company 'managing' the L street property is Plan Nine PartnerS - yet only one person can be found as the holder of the deed. We need Ed Brand GONE! and NOW? Controversy has followed Brand since he left SUHSD the first time under a Grand Jury investigation. Why John Mc Cann EVER brought him back is beyond comprehension. IF Mr. Mc Cann wants to demonstrate his alleged commitment to our students and the TAXPAYERS of the the South Bay, he will show true leadership by demanding that Brand's evaluation be brought forward and by voting NOT TO EXTEND IT. Are Brand's corporations, businesses, and associations being investigated?— April 28, 2014 4:42 p.m.