The 6/24/15 column is a very interesting read to say the least...unfortunately I do not think Logan-Hocking LSD is the only district facing this very issue(s), so don't feel isolated.Keyser_soze78 wrote:This column is OUTSTANDING!
http://www.logandaily.com
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"Gozer the Traveler. He will come in one of the pre-chosen forms. During the rectification of the Vuldrini, the traveler came as a large and moving Torg! Then, during the third reconciliation of the last of the McKetrick supplicants, they chose a new form for him: that of a giant Slor! Many Shuvs and Zuuls knew what it was to be roasted in the depths of the Slor that day, I can tell you!" - Ghostbusters
There seems to be a blur between parent involvement in school sporting or extracurricular activities and one could even say school involvement in parent-child activities. What once was a fairly black and white distinction has now become shades of grey that are for all intents and purposes indistinguishable. Call me old or old-fashioned (I am both) but not so long ago schools did what schools do and parents did what parents do and it seemed to work out just fine...now everyone seems to think they know each others business better than the other.
If this is indeed about playing time (and I trust the author of the column, he almost exclusively is fair not to mention factual) then the BOE has entered into a trap that they will never win. Gone are the days of parents encouraging their kid(s) to simply find a place to play, notwithstanding limelight and seeking "glory", but just find a spot to help your team. Do your role and help your team. Often times I think parents would rather have their kids in the limelight and be 0-20 rather than being a role player and 17-3. By no means does LHS have exclusivity on this issue. There is much more satisfaction (and personal growth) to being a good or above average player, helping your team's cause and truly understanding life's lessons than receiving individual accolades.
Anyone who thinks a coach over the course of a season will not try and find his "best" 5 or "best 11" or "best 9" to produce the best results probably has never coached at a competitive level.
Parents need to parent. Coaches need to coach. Teachers need to teach. Administrators should administrate. BOE should manage all of those at the 30,000 foot level not at the 3 foot level unless there is extenuating circumstances...which frankly would be rare. When parents or administrators cross over into each others roles things can get silly.
The self promotion of individualism by a parent over the success of a team that the individual has a role in isn't what sports are about or should ever be about.
