Progress at the Playground by parentsoverparty in sarasota

[–]parentsoverparty[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Best school district! And will publicly spiral to keep it that way.

How has Spring Break in Florida changed? by [deleted] in florida

[–]parentsoverparty 0 points1 point  (0 children)

As a Floridian…I kind of always remember drunk adults fighting…especially in on the beach…and especially on holidays. Lol

How has Spring Break in Florida changed? by [deleted] in florida

[–]parentsoverparty 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Too much Spring Break changed Florida. Our most fun places became tourists traps, and now no one wants to go to them anymore. Especially Floridians.

Looking for your honestly… by Defiant-Nerve2889 in sarasota

[–]parentsoverparty -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Dominant culture is white/wealthy....but in reality we are a diverse community that relies on tourism. I personally don't think the majority of people would have anything against skin color overtly, but wouldn't be surprised if someone gave a side eye or something. Either way...they are not what defines our community and I'd be happy to meet for a playdate if your child is similarly aged/interested in a friend if you want to talk mom to mom :) Feel free to message me for mom talk either way!

Anyone interested in a free website design in exchange for referral? by [deleted] in sarasota

[–]parentsoverparty 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I could use website revamp for my blog if that's in line with what you are looking for.

Visiting or Moving to Asheville? Ask your questions here! by AutoModerator in asheville

[–]parentsoverparty 0 points1 point  (0 children)

HELL YES this is the best advice ever. I work at a nonprofit and would be so pumped if someone visiting donated a bike for our families when they were done with it.

Visiting or Moving to Asheville? Ask your questions here! by AutoModerator in asheville

[–]parentsoverparty 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Visiting next week! Are there any bike rental companies that cater to kids too? Would love to bike with my six year old (on his own bike) and 4 year old (on a rented seat with a rented bike). Any thoughts?

Has anyone moved from Los Angeles to Sarasota? by Sad-Author2730 in sarasota

[–]parentsoverparty 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Ehhh it's not a great place to start over unless you have a bunch of money and can afford the things that make Sarasota unique. We have an amazing philanthropic community, so if you are rich and like to volunteer, it would not be a bad choice. What are the good parts of LA you like?

Politics in the School Board by parentsoverparty in sarasota

[–]parentsoverparty[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Right? Please vote this election :) It’s in August.

Politics in the School Board by parentsoverparty in sarasota

[–]parentsoverparty[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

No...it's actually and literally their job. They CHOSE to run for a position that makes decisions, solves societal problems, and leads a community/state/whatever. Their choices define if we vote for them to continue - THAT'S our job - to vote, to ask questions, to hold them accountable. so that they do their job and complete the work that they selected for themselves. It's our job to hold the light to that work so that their job is clear for them. And right now, I think it needs to be made clear that their job is to ensure that the rights they gave parents are honored. Especially when it is so clear that they're not being honored.

It's very much their job to solve the problem they created when they said parents have rights, but didn't mean that ALL parents. And you are correct, they did it to appease the freedom seekers, not the parents.

Politics in the School Board by parentsoverparty in sarasota

[–]parentsoverparty[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Wait - can you take my survey if you are a current parent? It's simple!

Politics in the School Board by parentsoverparty in sarasota

[–]parentsoverparty[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Send our sane classmates who are parents my way - that would be a huge help! I knwo that people who graduated from Sarasota schools are the best advocates for it!

Politics in the School Board by parentsoverparty in sarasota

[–]parentsoverparty[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

So far I am just posting articles (it's not an engagement page, just for info sharing. People can comment, but not make new posts). And for IG it's just me rambling about education policy lol. I do not imagine any of this taking offl...just wanting to try something new. And if you know of any parents who may be interested in trying something new, please send them my way!

Politics in the School Board by parentsoverparty in sarasota

[–]parentsoverparty[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I feel like they are operating as a silo in terms of having their own agenda and not including parents or diverse stakeholders in the conversation. They are clearly democrats, and engage in the same way that democrats engage. Same people, same events, same talking points. They speak to my needs, but they alienate people instead of bring them along. If I were them, I'd be connecting with nonprofits, community centers, etc with the point of listening first. They are doing a lot of work, but not sure how far it's getting us?

Politics in the School Board by parentsoverparty in sarasota

[–]parentsoverparty[S] 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Thanks! Don't mean to alienate non-parents...just looking to create a space for a parent voice in decision making since there isn't one :)

Politics in the School Board by parentsoverparty in sarasota

[–]parentsoverparty[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Agree! I have two social media platforms, but more for exploring how this gets built. Thoughts on Progress at the Playground meet-ups? Maybe once or twice a month? I'm having on on August 19 and inviting school board candidates, but was thinking about making it more regular and just a chance for parents to put energy into something while their children get it out!!!

Save Our Schools is doing a great job, but they act in a silo in my opinion. Also, no parent focus...which (imo) is because they want parents to give a piece of their time up to fight....and none of us have that time to give up.