[Mpls] Peebles & City Pages (The Grinch who stole recess)

[Michael Atherton]

Doug Walter wrote:

> Ahh, Michael. If only it were that simple for Ms. Peebles. Her
> employment contract dictates more than just achieving high student
> achievement. She also has a direct responsibility for the district's
> employees and must maintain their contractual obligations and terms of
> employment. 
> 
> No corporate leader can do their job well by sacrificing employees and
> customers, which I might add, includes parents and community. 

Great corporate leaders are adept at eliminating obstacles
and successfully implementing a new vision and successful
strategies.  Sometimes these leaders are popular and
sometimes they are not.  I don't give a damn about her
"responsibility" to employees who stand in the way of
student success and achievement.  The ultimate purpose of 
the public school system is not to provide employment for 
teachers and administrators.  Too much loyalty to the labor 
unions has long hindered reform in Minneapolis.  We will see
if Peebles has the power, strength, and brilliance necessary
to outmaneuver the political establishment in this city and
truly help students.  I'm not very hopeful, but I still believe
in miracles.

Michael Atherton
Prospect Park