Parent Advocates for Change in Warren County Schools, Endorses Tom McFadden for School Board

My name is Tyler Wright. Many of you may know me from my social media campaign for change in Warren County schools, following an incident involving my children and their pre-k teacher who allegedly abused them and other students. This case is still pending with the trial set for January.

In light of these events, I believe it’s crucial to bring forth a candidate who can instigate positive change in our education system. That person is Tom McFadden.

Unfortunately for my family my kids were caught up in the alleged abuse from the pre-k teacher at Hilda J. Barbour. When this happened as any parent would I lost my sanity for a little. When I regained that I focused all of my attention on the school, administrators, and school board. After multiple attempts to talk to some of those people with no response I went to social media. I have been a voice against these people for months with absolutely no traction. I started to dig into the board and administrators by talking with parents and teachers around the county. What I have come to learn is astounding. Since all of this the past couple of months I have taken the fight to them for change which has fallen on deaf ears The only one who has been helpful in any way shape or form in Melanie Salins.

After going to meetings, sending emails, and being a loud voice in this fight I have noticed what our schools need to be better. We need someone like Tom McFadden. After sitting down and speaking with Tom it came to my attention that he isn’t afraid to stand up for what is right. He isn’t afraid to be the only guy in the room that voices his opinion even if it’s an unpopular one. He wants to give the parents their voice back in their children’s education. Furthermore, he isn’t about all of this “woke” ideology that is getting thrown at our kids. Our children are young they are still devolving their brain, opinions, and personalities. Last thing they need is some politician to force things on them that they can’t even comprehend.

When it comes to our teachers Tom had mentioned how they are a vital role and need to be supported not only by himself and fellow board members but also by their administrators. He has mentioned that he plans to talk with teachers once elected to get their feedback, insight, and opinion on how they can better be supported by the entire school community. He believed they are our prize partners and wants to not only bring in great teachers but also retain the great teachers we already have in our system.

He believes on getting community and parental involvement back into the schools. He encourages parents to be involved in their children’s learning and volunteer as much as they possibly can. He believes that this will not only help with communication to parents but also with the discipline issues we have going on throughout Warren County Schools.

For our students he is looking to not only help them throughout the school year but also to help with post-graduation counseling. He believes we need to set our graduates up with more success by helping them prep for success. He plans on providing more training on skills and habits to succeed in college. He also wants to expand the opportunity for students who want to go in a trade and bring more apprenticeship programs to the students attention.

In my opinion he is the best option for our schools to get back on track. He is gonna say what needs to be said and do what’s right and not just “politically correct”. Tom has dedicated his life to education, always prioritizing the safety and well-being of students above all else. His track record speaks volumes about his commitment towards creating a nurturing environment conducive to learning.

Electing him in to our school board would not only be a step towards ensuring such incidents do not repeat but also towards improving the overall quality of education in Warren County, VA.

Tyler Wright
Warren County