Shifting the focus of our schools from the administration to the CHILDREN

This is a statement byJeff regarding the recent situation in the St. Louis Public Schools, specifically, the forced resignation of Superintendent Creg Williams. Jeff wants to see to it that the political games in the school board stop and that the emphasis is placed back on the children of St. Louis. Please read ahead on this important issue:

"I am very disappointed with the actions of the board majority. Instead of focusing on the needs of the children, the board majority has forced out a man who had a plan to revive our school system. In just over a year, Creg Williams helped the system make great strides with the ninth grade academies; the move towards smaller, more manageable high schools; and, a push towards college preparation. The board should have given him a chance to see his plans through. While some individuals raise legitimate concerns about decisions made during his tenure, I am not convinced that he was guilty of the gross negligence of which he has been accused. He brought energy, intellect and dynamism to the system. Those of us who care about St. Louis, its children, and the future of our neighborhoods can only hope and pray that our new leadership exhibits the same passion and concern for the children that Dr. Williams displayed. A district's chief clients are the children, and their welfare should be the central concern of all decisions going forward."


If you have any further questions about Jeff's views on this situation or his plans for reforming our public schools, contact our office at 314-558-1728 or email Jeff at jeffsmith2006@gmail.com.