Recent upheavals at Harvard Elementary School in Houston have raised concerns among parents and educators, as the school experiences its third leadership change in just a few months. The sudden departure of a newly appointed principal, even before arriving on campus, has intensified existing worries about the future direction of the Houston Independent School District (HISD). According to
KPRC 2
, parents and former staff are demanding greater transparency from district leadership in light of these ongoing challenges.
Sharon Pe Benito was all set to lead Harvard Elementary following Dr. Shelby Calabrese’s leave of absence, but fell victim to “extensive bullying on social media.” Amid ongoing turmoil and involuntary departures, HISD’s challenges show no signs of resolution. Dr. Stefanie Spencer, an experienced educator, has been appointed as interim principal for the remainder of the academic year, serving as a temporary solution during this period of uncertainty. Former Love Elementary principal Sean Tellez disclosed to
KPRC 2
, “The intimidation is real,” as he outlined the pressures and lack of professionalism that led to his own resignation from the troubled district.
On the other side, advocacy group Community Voices for Public Education (CVPE) has taken a proactive stance, submitting a public records request to shed light on the email exchanges between Pe Benito and HISD Superintendent Mike Miles. These emails, part of a deeper narrative, reveal backing for the contentious expansion of the New Education System within HISD, as noted by
Fox 26 Houston
. As parents like Katie Pearson face the turmoil, they question not just the intent behind the changes but the manner in which they’re communicated, proposing that accountability must be a pillar of email protocol and beyond.
Yet amidst this discord, a sense of cautious hope has emerged. As Dr. Spencer steps into the interim role, parents had an opportunity to voice their concerns and seek answers about a the path forward during yesterday’s meeting. Holly Sothen expressed the collective yearning for more than just reactive measures, stating to
Fox 26 Houston
, “What we would like to see from the board and the superintendent is to start listening to us.” This request reflects the community’s concern for stability and the assurance that their children’s education will remain a priority amid political challenges.
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