“There is no neutral education. Education is either for domestication or for freedom.”
– Joao Coutinho
How do the words above resonate with you?
Pause here for a moment and free yourself from distractions:
Take a deep breath in... exhale slowly... deep breath in... exhale slowly... deep breath in... exhale slowly... calm your mind and be present...
I hope we all use some of our quiet time to process what is going on in this country we live in... I have to believe that when we quiet the noise, and interference, we will begin to question the decisions that are being made about education... the educational system, and reopening school during the uncertainty of COVID-19.
Reread the quote above... domestication or freedom... how can neutrality be an option..?
domestication | noun the process of taming an animal and keeping it as a pet or on a farm.
freedom | noun the power or right to act, speak, or think as one wants without hindrance or restraint.
What are your concerns about school reopening this fall?
Spend some time hear... do your homework, your own research, what are the medical professionals and science telling you...
What opportunities are available in your community to voice your concerns to the decision makers and get some answers or clarifications?
...the public officials, the local politicians we vote in office,.. superintendents...
How will you ensure information reaches all members of the community that will be impacted by the decisions that are made regarding education and the reopening of school?
...consider the barriers and access to information...
Who are you trusting with the health, safety, and well-being of your children?
How will you hold them accountable...
What educational decisions are you making for your child?
...think about that for a moment... perhaps you have options, as uncomfortable as they may be... for some members of the community options are limited...
“The whole educational and professional training system is a very elaborate filter, which just weeds out people who are too independent, and who think for themselves, and who don’t know how to be submissive, and so on – because they’re dysfunctional to the institutions.”
~ Noam Chomsky
I challenge you to do what you can to become part of the solution. The system has to change. Lets work together to continue the fight.
What are you willing to do?
...if you believe education is for freedom...
Be intentional, encourage others to do the same and watch what happens.
You got this!
Coach Tavia
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