The Washington State Legislature, under the control of Democrats for the past 40 years, has chosen, in their infinite wisdom, to allow a number of healthcare procedures that do NOT require parental notice nor permission. This article shares details from State websites. There are districts who have rolled out and/or are in the process of rolling out, dental and medical services on campus. You may want to be aware of this in case you have thoughts you want to share with your legislators and school district leadership. Let's start out with a snapshot of services and notice (or lack of) to parents: The chart on the left: Emergency services - No parental notice … [Read more...]
What is 5599 and why should you sign the petition?
Seems like education has gotten more and more political. Today we ask that you share the information and links in this article with every voter you can in the State of Washington. Deadline for signatures: July 15th. It's imperative that this initiative moves forward and time is of the essence. First, here's a link to the website: https://www.reject5599.com/ So what is 5599? The article in this link does a good job outlining what's happening: https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/washington-residents-submit-referendum-to-reject-5599/ In essence, under certain circumstances, the State has the ability to allow "gender affirming" surgery and treatments without notification or … [Read more...]
Outdoor Activities That Will Get Your Children Excited About Summer Camp
A special article today from one of our guest authors....Kristin Louis info@parentingwithkris.com Parentingwithkris.com Attending summer camp can be an invaluable part of childhood. It’s a time where children can explore the world beyond their immediate surroundings, develop lifelong healthy hobbies, socialize with peers, and learn about themselves. But it is not without hurdles. For many children, summer camp is their first experience away from their families. Dealing with homesickness, separation anxiety, and nervousness is common and can be difficult for both the children and the parents. One of the best ways to minimize stress levels for everyone is to get children … [Read more...]
What can parents expect for the Fall 2021/22 Washington State K-12 school year rules? – Update June 26th from the WA DoH
What can you expect for the beginning of the Fall 2021/22 public school requirements regarding vaccination; masks; in person learning and other topics of interest if you have a student in the K-12 public school system in Washington State? We would love to hear your thoughts after doing your own investigation and research and arriving at a position. We reached out to: Governors Office OSPI (Officer of Superintendent of Public Schools) WA Department of Health We received responses from each. You be the judge as to whether they actually answered the questions or not. This information may be helpful as you determine whether to use public schools or not for the 2021/22 school … [Read more...]
Will HB 2288 live again and take parental control of healthcare away?
As 2021 looms Washington's Legislators will return and along with them will come new bills. One of those you may want to be aware of from last session is HB 2288: http://lawfilesext.leg.wa.gov/biennium/2019-20/Pdf/Bill%20Reports/House/2288%20HBA%20ED%2020.pdf?q=20201209164709 Why should you be concerned? In the article published at PJMedia written by Stacey Lennox she highlights the continuing effort to take control of student health and remove parents from the equation: Activist and author Cyrus Krohn appeared on Tucker Carlson Tonight to discuss H.B. 2288, which is currently in committee in Washington State. It deals with the establishment of school-based health centers. This … [Read more...]
Getting kids back in school – a simple solution?
Sometimes we get stuck doing things the same way over and over and over. In K-12 education we have put students in school 5 days a week (Monday - Friday) for ~6 hours per day. We blend boys and girls by age group. We have teachers who principally teach one grade. The Teachers Union contract has all sorts of controls over what can be done, by who, when and how. Some teachers are younger and some older. More time teaching leads to more money and more control over choice. Many parents believe that students are better served bring physically in school. After all, schools have become daycare first and education second. So how do we get students back in school now? Answer: It appears that … [Read more...]
The Disturbing Reality Behind “Comprehensive Sexuality Education”
This is an article that appeared at The National Pulse in September 2019. The author is Lisa Hudson. You can read the original article by clicking this link: https://thenationalpulse.com/commentary/disturbing-reality-behind-comprehensive-sexuality-education/ Washington State parents and children are under attack. The Democrat's control the House, Senate and Governor. They tried to get Comprehensive Sexual Education (CSE) passed last year and stopped due to the massive pushback. Senate Bill 5395 has already come back up in the early days of the 2020 short session and has already passed out of committee to the floor for a vote. The House is consider HB 2184 which would do the same thing. … [Read more...]
Comprehensive Sex Ed (CSE) in Washington State – drawing a line in the sand
On Monday evening, October 28, 2019, the Battle Ground School Board held a regularly scheduled meeting at which the 2nd reading of the proposed CSE was being voted on. The Battle Ground School District/Board requires that before any new or changes to curriculum occur that two "readings" need to be done. During the 1st reading the details are provided and questions asked. The public can comment during "citizen communications" sessions. If the Board Directors majority votes Yes the 2nd reading is held at the next scheduled meeting. If the Board majority votes Yes at the 2nd reading the curriculum is adopted. On October 14th, following citizen comments and the 1st reading of the CSE the … [Read more...]
Stop the State Take Over of your School Curriculum – Comprehensive Sex Education
Today we bring you a guest article by Nancy Churchill from Ferry County, WA. She offers some information and suggestions for those who are concerned about State Superintendent Chris Reykdal's all out effort to completely restructure sex education in Washington State. Mr. Reykdal's desire is to start teaching "gender identity" beginning in kindergarten. He supports the F.L.A.S.H. curriculum. Please give her article a read and share your thoughts with her and others. Do you know anyone who thinks that the local school board should have final control of the curriculum taught in your schools? The state OSPI is working to take the curriculum control for Sexual Health education … [Read more...]
Groundbreaking study examines effects of screen time on kids
60 Minutes goes inside a landmark government study of young minds to see if phones, tablets and other screens are impacting adolescent brain development. This story is by 60 Minutes and Anderson Cooper. He interviews experts and, in the video, you get details from the researchers. Give it a read/listen and then share with others who worry about toddlers or should... Your local schools, by moving to computers, compound this problem. At some point a parent is going to sue tech companies and schools and claim brain damage to their children. If you have kids and wonder if all that time they spend on their smartphones endlessly scrolling, snapping and texting is affecting their … [Read more...]