Hard Not To See All the Red Flags
The Superintendent
of Schools in Greenwich is a prominent educational leader responsible for
overseeing the school district and ensuring high-quality education for all
students. Currently holding this position is Dr. Toni Jones. This individual
holds a crucial role in the community, working closely with administrators,
teachers, parents, and students to ensure that the district's goals and
objectives are met.
The Superintendent of Schools is typically
a highly experienced and qualified individual with a background in education,
administration, and leadership. They are responsible for managing the
day-to-day operations of the district, setting educational goals, and
implementing policies to improve student achievement. This individual works
closely with the Board of Education to develop strategic plans and allocate
resources to support student learning.
The Greenwich Board
of Education oversees the Greenwich Public Schools to include the
Superintendent’s position and other subordinate positions. The Board is
comprised of eight elected members from both political parties, who meet
publicly each month to discuss and debate operations, budget, facilities
management, standards and other relevant items.
One of the key responsibilities of the
Superintendent is to advocate for the needs of students and ensure that they
receive a high-quality education. This involves working with teachers and staff
to create a positive learning environment, implementing effective instructional
methods, and providing support for students with diverse needs. The
Superintendent also plays a vital role in building partnerships with parents,
community organizations, and businesses to support student success.
In addition to overseeing the academic
program, the Superintendent is also responsible for managing the district's
budget, securing funding, and making decisions about staffing and resources.
This individual must have a strong understanding of educational finance and be
able to make strategic decisions to support student learning while maintaining
fiscal responsibility.
The Superintendent also plays a critical
role in ensuring compliance with state and federal laws and regulations related
to education. This individual must stay informed about changes in education
policy and legislation, and work to implement these changes in a way that
benefits students and supports the district's goals.
In order to be successful in this role, the
Superintendent must possess strong leadership and communication skills, as well
as a deep understanding of educational issues and trends. This individual must
be able to work collaboratively with a wide range of stakeholders and build
consensus around important decisions that impact students and the community.
Dr. Jones' tenure as Superintendent has been fraught with contorversy, of which the most recent is the newly hired Eduardo Calderon as Principal of Julian Curtiss Elementary School. It appears Mr. Calderon has a less than stellar qualification to be appointed to the position.
In 2022, Republicans called for Dr. Jones and her Deputy Superintendent Ann Carabillo to be placed on administrative leave after a video went viral online of Project Veritas, working undercover, recrording then Cos Cob Elementary School Assistant Principle Jeremy Boland, remarking about his hiring practices showing discrimination against Catholics, Conservatives and individuals over the age of thirty for teaching positions.
67 Greenwich Republicans demand school superintendent be put on leave during hiring investigation
On Wednesday, March 20, 2024, in the early morning, a lockdown was initiated at Western Middle School. Reports stated that a 19-year-old male, a former student at Western Middle School, gained entry to the school through the front door while students were being dropped off and proceeding to their destinations within the school. The subject, after entering the doors unchallenged, made his way to the 7th grade bathroom and remained there until he was discovered and shortly thereafter was apprehended by Greenwich Police.
This is not the first occurrence at WMS. On February 24, 2024, WMS initiated a brief shelter in place protocol when a visitor forgot to sign at the front desk upon being granted access into the facility. Again, once entry is gained and unless the person walks over to the office voluntarily to sign in, there is nothing to stop them from proceeding to other areas of the school.
Former Student Accused Of Trespassing At Western Middle School: GPD
Dr. Jones has repeatedly stated that Greenwich Public Schools does not follow or employ a woke agenda. However, the Greenwich PTA Council, which has its own dedicated page on the GPS webiste clearly promotes this agenda and by externtion GPS supports this position.
"Diversity Equity & Inclusion (DEI) works with the district to raise awareness of the need for diversity, equity and inclusion in policies and regulations."
There are other controversies that continue to surround Dr. Jones' leadership. Greenwich parents are very concerned about educational standards. However, when you look at the list below, you have wonder which priorities are actually being implemented.
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