Are You Listening? Why not Speak?

It is wonderful to contribute to the demise of the monopoly on communication that has so long existed with regard to the affairs of the Capistrano Unified School District.

For years, CUSD has offered one truth through its "professional" public relations, "Superintendent's Weekly Update", the newsletters, e-mail distribution lists and the controlled format of Board meetings. Now, the discussion has become more democratic. Hopefully, it can also become more productive.

The Capistrano Dispatch has launched, "Beyond the Blackboard". Yet they are not afraid to point people over here for a narrow source of news regarding CUSD. I'm appreciative!

Another big development is the online presence of Ken Maddox, a new Trustee. Ken's online commentary is a breath of fresh air. Regardless of your view of Ken and his election, we all should applaud his willingness to lay out his viewpoint for all to consider. Checkout his thoughts on the Board meeting scheduled for August 11.

Everyone should join the conversation. After all, it's "public education."