• Misleading Information Continues in FHSD
    At the March 17, 2022 Francis Howell Board of Education meeting, information surrounding the latest Prop S bond issue was made available. During this portion of the meeting it was relayed to the district that we were able to significantly reduce our bond interest rates due to such high demand for our bonds. Mr. Supple …
  • More of the Usual — FHSD Board Meeting — 2/17/22 — RECAP
    I will continue to split these Recaps up by the same categories they utilize in the board agenda. If you like the content: volunteer or donate. SPECIAL RECOGNITIONS School Board Recognition Week — I want to give a big thanks of appreciation to the current board for the time they have spend in their positions. Even with disagreement …
  • Virtual FHSD Board Comments 2/17/22 — Well Kinda
    With the school board meeting going virtual due to the snow day, leading to the district reading comments instead of actual speaks, my five minute delay in sign up has bumped me to 19th in line. As they only make room for approximately 10 participants I’m fairly certain they won’t make it to me, but …
  • Questionable Decisions at FHSD Board Meeting — 1/20/22 — Recap
    I have split this edition up by the same categories they utilize in the board agenda. If you like the content: volunteer or donate. SPECIAL RECOGNITIONS Congrats to all the teachers obtaining their National Board Certification or Recertification — having great teachers requires continued professional development and these teachers have shown a great commitment to …
  • Comments to the Francis Howell School Board — 1/20/22
    Below you will find the comments I made to the Francis Howell school board at the January 20th meeting. I tried to give the board some ideas and ways to move forward — they may not be perfect, but I tend to find that the district is not leading or looking for solutions. If you …
  • Responses to FHEA Candidate Questions
    With FHEA coming out with endorsements there have been some trying to understand what was asked of the candidates and how they answered. I want to add clarity to this process by releasing my answers to the best of my ability. CANDIDATE QUESTIONNAIRE Answers to FHEA Applicant’s FHSD Activities Unfortunately, due to covid my FHSD …
  • Outrageous – 12/16/21 FHSD Board Meeting – Recap
    Last night, I had the pleasure once again to speak at the FHSD Board Meeting, to express concerns regarding Prop S. The following is what I said with links to detailed information. Lets work together to improve FHSD — Volunteer – Subscribe PROP S COMMENTS “Today I hope to bring some additional transparency to the …
  • 12/7/21 Special Board Meeting
    FHSD Special Board Meeting to discuss FHN construction overrun.
  • It is happening!
    It is with great excitement that today I went and registered my candidacy for FHSD School Board. I am nervous, excited, and a little terrified at what’s to come. There are big issues facing the district currently, but feel up to the job of tackling them. Over the next few months, I may be reaching …
  • New Francis Howell North Ballooning Costs
    At the FHSD school board meeting 11/23, we were greeted with a surprising development – Francis Howell North budgeted high school remodel’s price had increased – by a whooping 80 million dollars. I feel concern, dismay and disappointment at how the board and administration have managed and communicated Prop S – and by extension, management …
  • Ridiculous and Risky FHSD School Board Censorship
    At the November 18, 2021 School Board meeting, FHSD board president Mary Lange directly cut off speaker Chris Brooks during public comments – when he was explaining how censorship during public forums directly infringes on first amendment rights. This type of behavior is highly concerning – in this case – Mr. Brooks isn’t wrong – …
  • Hilarious Photos-Hoot or Photoshoot?
    6 of the greatest photos ever! Today in an effort to pull together assets for the website, my wife somehow convinced me to go outside, in a complete suit, and do a faux photoshoot. Needless to say, she is no photographer and I am no model. 40 minutes and 60 pictures later, despite her saying …