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Stephanie Raffelock's avatar

That educators in America don't get the kind of support they need is becoming more evident, daily. At issue is what is "allowed" to be taught with regard to history, literature and science, and who is allowed to teach. The political has infected our schools and the message seems to be "we don't trust our teachers." So I can only imagine that the lack of support for autistic teachers and students is even worse. It used to be (I hate to sound like an old lady here) that teachers were the final word, that politics were not considered -- just the benefit and well being of the students. Today, that's no longer true. What do talented, creative, autistic teachers like yourself need to stay in education? What is one thing that an individual can do to help? It's always easier to see the problem than to see a solution, so I ask in earnest... is there something that an average citizen can do in addition to voting that will make a difference for the teachers like you that we need so very much?

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Jaime Hoerricks, PhD's avatar

It starts at school boards - and electing board members who understand the issues. Sadly, many are politicians now, backed by powerful, moneyed interests, rather than concerned parents or stakeholders.

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