Education victory on Transparency in the Classroom

Yeah kids! A big education victory on transparency in the classroom.

Mathew LaClair, age 16, did not like his teacher advocating for religion (only Christians would go to heaven) in the classroom.  So he videotaped the teacher to document the repeated incidents.

Instead of disciplinary the teacher, the school district punished Mathew and protected the teacher.
But in a stunning and terrific reversal, the school district has now:
* Praised Mathew
* Apologized
* Started teacher training on the issue.

Mathew got an "A for Accountability" as a student hero by ParentAdvocates.org web site.
Nice job Mathew. Teachers and schools have to be accountable too. For everyone trying to get accountability in the classroom, thanks Mathew.   (Photo: Mathew LaClair and Dad)

Comments

[Erik]

I'm all for transparency and accountability in the classroom. I also applaud Matthew for showing the courage to stand up for his convictions. The post didn't mention, but I assume Matthew first approached the teacher to let him know he objected to his proselytizing before he resorted to videotaping him. Afterall, that would be the decent thing to do...