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Originally Posted by F-ball
Also, the general trend among replies seems to be that we should continue trying to negociate with the school in one way or another. If this does not work out, however, how feasable would it be for us to run independent of the school, from some other location?
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Right now 99% of the focus should be working to fix the problem. The administration and the teams should not be inclined to "give up so easily" at this point. Giving up, by either the team or admin, is the easy way out of the problem. Problems are not solved by ignoring them but facing the squarely and head on.
It may be useful to have a 'distinguished outside panel' to help review and repair the problem. Possibly a small collection of respected adults that are active in the business community and education might work. You see this in many things. For example when the Challenger space shuttle was lost there was a commission to review it.
The ability of your team to navigate through this crisis potentially will have a big future impact. Please look at this as an opportunity for your team to demonstrate to the school and and business community to face and overcome a tough issue.
If done well the team could earn a new level of support in the community that surpasses the previous history.
Food for thought.
PS. when presenting, take the 'long view'.
It is about a lot more than our team today, but about the future path of education and its economic impact in that area.
Does the public shut down a whole school because of one misguided student ? Of course not !!
Do you deny educational and inspirational opportunity to a generally well motivated group of students because of the misdeeds of one student. Ridiculous !!
Okay, so go make a speech worthy of "Mr. Smith goes to Washington" !!
good luck