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I’m a parent of two in OCPS and an attorney for 14 years. I’ve run a nonprofit for ten years managing budgets, changes in legislation, and regulations while managing uncertainty. My career has long been in advocating for children, first as a volunteer Guardian ad Litem then as an attorney and as a mother.
We can teach students how to use AI as a tool, not a crutch. It should support learning, not replace essential skills like problem-solving, writing or presenting. AI can help with organizing visual presentations or brainstorming ideas but I don’t believe it should replace research either. I’m concerned about students using it to cheat in place of hard work. We need to find a balance. Maybe we can limit AI access and use time in the classroom for assignments by working with search engine providers and teach how to effectively use it for at-home assignments. To prepare students for the workforce, students can learn to use AI for tasks like improving email tone or workplace simulations. They should also learn AI’s limitations by fact-checking.
I believe in giving opportunities to understand different perspectives and collecting both parental and educator input before making decisions. There should be a space for parents and educators to share their concerns. I also believe education is intended to help children understand diverse perspectives and context of different subjects. Educators need space to keep students engaged using the tools they’re taught as educators. For parents who have additional concerns, syllabi for each course are available and a parent can ask to opt out of material of concern.
Addressing staffing and enrollment shortages requires asking why, identifying root causes and finding creative solutions. Florida being 50th in the country for educator pay is a clear indicator we have to address salaries. Some teachers are exploring other professions; we need to keep them in the field. We should also understand why families choose homeschooling or charter schools and use that feedback to strengthen public education. One teacher shared this idea: partnering with local colleges to allow qualified high school teachers to serve as adjunct professors, bringing dual-enrollment courses instead to the high school campuses. This benefits students, allows college enrollment, and creates income opportunities for teachers.
I support school choice, but Florida’s voucher system should better balance funding with tiered funding so public schools can cover costs like facilities and overhead verses homeschooling. We should ensure voucher dollars follow students fairly when they change schools and hold all accountable for student outcomes. Finally, we should learn why families choose charter or homeschooling and use that feedback for public schools. An educator shared that more students are helping care for younger siblings, making flexible schedules essential. We can explore options like block scheduling, shorter school days, or part-time enrollment for homeschooled students to take electives or AP classes. Flexible learning can help increase enrollment.
Orange County has a zero-tolerance policy for weapons and offers anonymous reporting for weapons and bullying. School resource officers help address safety concerns, yet incidents and close calls still occur. Supporting the mental wellness of students, educators, and staff is essential. While I understand the need for budget cuts, I’m concerned about reductions to SAFE coordinators and mental health counselors. Yes, I believe additional safety measures need to be taken. We should explore partnerships with organizations like AdventHealth and Orlando Health to provide school-based mental health education, group support, and resources to help fill some of these gaps. This is just one possibly avenue for making our schools safer.
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