"Education Secretary Betsy DeVos was physically blocked by protesters from entering Jefferson Academy in SW, D.C. Friday morning. This was her first visit to a public school.
The protesters created a barrier to the entrance of the school...
Following this morning's incident, DeVos released this statement:
“I thank D.C. Public Schools Chancellor Antwan Wilson, Jefferson Middle School Academy Principal Greg Dohmann, Superintendent Natalie Gordon and a tremendous team of administrators, teachers and students for welcoming me to Jefferson Middle School Academy today. Jefferson Academy is a public middle school on the rise and a great example of the successful collaborative innovations occurring within the D.C. Public Schools system.
“Focusing on their students and families is at the heart of Jefferson Academy’s approach, and that’s exactly what I believe is at the heart of providing an exceptional education. Great teachers and leaders help make great schools, and I was honored to speak with Jefferson’s team about our shared commitment to strengthening public education.
“I respect peaceful protest, and I will not be deterred in executing the vital mission of the Department of Education. No school door will be blocked from those seeking to help our nation's school children." Education Secretary Betsy DeVos physically blocked by protesters from entering D.C. school | WJLA
It seems that some in the District of Columbia need a lesson in American freedom, and manners.
Congratulations, Secretary deVos, on your statement and on your excellent handling of these un-American and rude protestors, and their disgraceful act of obstruction and lack of manners directed at you.
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