My two cent's worth...

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My two cent's worth...
By Sue

I don't see why anyone's personal beliefs in the separation of church and state have anything to do with private school teachers having a private school board. There are private schools where parents actually PAY for teachers
to share their religious beliefs with their children. As shocking as this may seem, it is happening.
As long as this is a democracy with a capitalistic economy private schools of various religions there will be a private school sector.
I can see that the advice discussed between teachers of Catholic schools, Jewish schools, etc, would be much more specific to their religious beliefs.

Teachers may suggest and offer certain prayers to each other and for the students. I am sure there are also church historical topics that could come up. I think that these teachers deserve a place to discuss issues without wading through "separation of church and state!" protests....

Also, I don't see how public schools using the Winter Concert theme for Christmas has anything to do with the private school teachers having a board.

We can't outlaw private schools -- they are here to stay (especially since many legislators and lawmakers also take advantage of them). Therefore, let's give the private school teachers a break and let them do the jobs they are called to do with respect and dignity.

And give them a board.