Editor: As a teacher in the classroom for 16 years, I am worried about education and what’s happening in our schools. Education is turning more towards political agendas instead of basic skills that will help our students succeed in life and it is reflected on our students’ assessments. 60 percent of 3rd grade students in Colorado cannot read at grade level. And even worse, 70 percent of 8th grade students in Colorado are not hitting grade-level benchmarks in mathematics.
It is imperative that our State Board of Education has representatives who have served as educators in the classroom. Teachers know and understand what is needed for a successful education. Molly Lamar served in a Title I school as a bilingual kindergarten and first grade teacher.
In addition to bringing the perspective of a teacher to the State Board of Education, Molly would be the only mom on the board to have school-aged children while actively serving on the board. This is the type of diverse experience needed on our State Board of Education, and I ask you to join me in voting for Molly Lamar on November 8th.
—Ann Moore, via letters@sentinelcolorado.com