Slashdot Mirror

← Back to Domains

Domain: fwps.org

Stories and comments across the archive that link to fwps.org.

Comments · 13

  1. What to DO about it? by Form-o-Stuff · · Score: 1 · on Global Warming Only a Theory, Says School Board

    So let's say we're talking to The Federal Way School Board. It's a group of people who don't really understand the scientific method, and are making a ruling on behalf of a lot of religious people. As far as I see it, they're CLOSING A SCHOOL DISTRICT of 22,395 children, and OPENING A CHURCH DISTRICT. It's NOT just another religious nut, it's one less region of educated children.

    Now I'm not too familiar with how you do it down here at /., just talk, or also some of that walk-walking, but can we not do something about this? There are a couple posts here that I think respond fantastically to the issue. Shall we engage a letter-writing campaign? "Science in a nuthsell" style? I particularly liked tbo's idea of turning it into an opportunity to invite the kids to think critically and decide for themselves.

    Check it out:

    Federal Way Public Schools
    Administration offices: 31405 - 18th Ave. S., Federal Way, WA, 98003
    Phone: (253)-945-2000
    or http://www.fwps.org/info/schools/contact/index.htm l Contact individual Schools within the district. Take a moment on monday to give the district a call or write a letter. I'm testing a HYPOTHESIS that we can fix this. (Yeah I know you love that one.)

  2. Let them know they are idoits! by goodtim · · Score: 1 · on Global Warming Only a Theory, Says School Board

    Let's do these folks on the school board a favor and let them know they're idiots by listening to this crack pot.

    From FWPS Board of Education Website.
  3. Let them know they are idoits! by goodtim · · Score: 1 · on Global Warming Only a Theory, Says School Board

    Let's do these folks on the school board a favor and let them know they're idiots by listening to this crack pot.

    From FWPS Board of Education Website.
  4. Let them know they are idoits! by goodtim · · Score: 1 · on Global Warming Only a Theory, Says School Board

    Let's do these folks on the school board a favor and let them know they're idiots by listening to this crack pot.

    From FWPS Board of Education Website.
  5. Let them know they are idoits! by goodtim · · Score: 1 · on Global Warming Only a Theory, Says School Board

    Let's do these folks on the school board a favor and let them know they're idiots by listening to this crack pot.

    From FWPS Board of Education Website.
  6. Let them know they are idoits! by goodtim · · Score: 1 · on Global Warming Only a Theory, Says School Board

    Let's do these folks on the school board a favor and let them know they're idiots by listening to this crack pot.

    From FWPS Board of Education Website.
  7. Let them know they are idoits! by goodtim · · Score: 1 · on Global Warming Only a Theory, Says School Board

    Let's do these folks on the school board a favor and let them know they're idiots by listening to this crack pot.

    From FWPS Board of Education Website.
  8. Let them know they are idoits! by goodtim · · Score: 1 · on Global Warming Only a Theory, Says School Board

    Let's do these folks on the school board a favor and let them know they're idiots by listening to this crack pot.

    From FWPS Board of Education Website.
  9. There's way more crazy.... by Anonymous Coward · · Score: 0 · on Global Warming Only a Theory, Says School Board
    'Computer consultant' (WTF?) Frosty gave a Powerpoint presentation to resist a ban on Powerpoint presentations.


    His wife 'Gayla' was (thankfully) brutally beaten in the election for City Council. She's also got something to hide, as she can't fill out a simple questionaire. Sadly, Frosty should talk to his wife more, as she's for 'common sense decisions' (Warning: Picture of Gayla at bottom)

    Board Member Dave Larson (who's a lawyer, btw) was the one who made the decision to 'ban' the movie, though Frosty's been squeaking his wheel on other topics at school board meetings for awhile. You can email Dave here!

    Give Frosty a call and tell him you find his ideas intriguing and ask to subscribe to his newsletter! Frosty Hardison - Federal Way, WA - (253) 528-0343

    Or just buy him something from this sad Amazon wishlist. After all, "The more citizen comment you have the better off we are."

  10. There's way more crazy.... by Anonymous Coward · · Score: 0 · on Global Warming Only a Theory, Says School Board
    'Computer consultant' (WTF?) Frosty gave a Powerpoint presentation to resist a ban on Powerpoint presentations.


    His wife 'Gayla' was (thankfully) brutally beaten in the election for City Council. She's also got something to hide, as she can't fill out a simple questionaire. Sadly, Frosty should talk to his wife more, as she's for 'common sense decisions' (Warning: Picture of Gayla at bottom)

    Board Member Dave Larson (who's a lawyer, btw) was the one who made the decision to 'ban' the movie, though Frosty's been squeaking his wheel on other topics at school board meetings for awhile. You can email Dave here!

    Give Frosty a call and tell him you find his ideas intriguing and ask to subscribe to his newsletter! Frosty Hardison - Federal Way, WA - (253) 528-0343

    Or just buy him something from this sad Amazon wishlist. After all, "The more citizen comment you have the better off we are."

  11. always be prepared? by kindlekoma · · Score: 0, Offtopic · on Global Warming Only a Theory, Says School Board

    I just thought I'd do a teensy tiny bit of sleuthing for those slashdotters that are interested about the the school board members that are responsible for this decision...

    -- http://www.fwps.org/info/board/members/memberbarne y.html -- "Ed Barney, a billing specialist in Kent and owner of a specialty advertising business, is the Director from District One. Ed and wife Barbara have lived in Federal Way since 1983 and have five children, three whom graduated from Decatur High School. Along with his activities in PTA and Boy Scouts, he has been an active attendee at Federal Way School Board meetings since 1985. He earned his Bachelor of Arts degree in Public Relations from Brigham Young University and an AA in Business/Accounting. He brings a parent's perspective and experience to the board."

    And a bit about the other guy...

    -- http://www.fwps.org/info/board/members/memberlarso n.html -- "Dave Larson moved to Federal Way in 1967, attended Mirror Lake Elementary, Sacajawea Junior High, and graduated from Federal Way High School in 1976. He went on to graduate from the University of Puget Sound in 1980 and Seattle University School of Law in 1984. He is with the law firm of Williams, Kastner & Gibbs PLLC in Seattle where he practices in the area of complex civil litigation. He is also a mediator and arbitrator."

    It says on Larson and Barney's pages that they both were involved in scouting organizations... hmm... insidious.

  12. always be prepared? by kindlekoma · · Score: 0, Offtopic · on Global Warming Only a Theory, Says School Board

    I just thought I'd do a teensy tiny bit of sleuthing for those slashdotters that are interested about the the school board members that are responsible for this decision...

    -- http://www.fwps.org/info/board/members/memberbarne y.html -- "Ed Barney, a billing specialist in Kent and owner of a specialty advertising business, is the Director from District One. Ed and wife Barbara have lived in Federal Way since 1983 and have five children, three whom graduated from Decatur High School. Along with his activities in PTA and Boy Scouts, he has been an active attendee at Federal Way School Board meetings since 1985. He earned his Bachelor of Arts degree in Public Relations from Brigham Young University and an AA in Business/Accounting. He brings a parent's perspective and experience to the board."

    And a bit about the other guy...

    -- http://www.fwps.org/info/board/members/memberlarso n.html -- "Dave Larson moved to Federal Way in 1967, attended Mirror Lake Elementary, Sacajawea Junior High, and graduated from Federal Way High School in 1976. He went on to graduate from the University of Puget Sound in 1980 and Seattle University School of Law in 1984. He is with the law firm of Williams, Kastner & Gibbs PLLC in Seattle where he practices in the area of complex civil litigation. He is also a mediator and arbitrator."

    It says on Larson and Barney's pages that they both were involved in scouting organizations... hmm... insidious.

  13. Re:Geneva Conventions by spoonyfork · · Score: 1 · on Bootlegged Music in Russia
    I'm flamebait and this AC is insightful. Give me a fucking break. You seem to be able to determine the intent of other countries building bases next to schools (or schools next to bases) but can't fathom the notion of the US doing the same? Why is it not okay for one country to do it but not for another? The fact is the US has bases next to elementary schools. Whether you consider the city a "battleground" right now, back then, or whenever or not is irrelevant. The fact is it exists. See for yourself...

    According to the Washington Army National Guard website there is a base located at 24410 Military Road, Kent, WA 98032-4110. Here's a map to it on Mapquest.

    Sunnycrest Elementary school is located at 24629 42nd Avenue S. Kent, WA 98032. Here's a map to it on Mapquest.

    To illustrate my point on proximity here's the driving directions between the two addresses on Mapquest.

    To further illustrate my point on proximity here's a link to the terraserver satellite image. The school is on the right (shaped sort of like an F), the base is on the left. There is a only a fence separating the two properties.