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Colleen O'Neal, a candidate for state representative in Maine, discusses her motivation for running for office and her focus on parents' rights in education. She highlights the lack of access and input for parents in school board decisions and the need to address issues such as trans students playing on women's teams and the sexualization of children in schools. Colleen emphasizes the importance of returning to a focus on core education subjects and allowing parents to make decisions for their children's education.

Colleen O’Neal spent 30 years in public service before retiring in 2022. She has been married to her husband Steve for 32 years and has two children and four grandchildren. She holds a bachelor’s in Intelligence and Securities and a Master’s in Homeland Security. Colleen is a staunch believer in the Constitution and a lover of Liberty.

Top 3 Priorities:
1. Remove powers of the school boards and return the power to parents.
2. Remove children's access to porn - Pornography isn’t for children
3. No Secrets!

PreScore: 100% 

Email: coneal2024@gmail.com

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This week's topic dives into the introduction of AI-based mental health counseling in schools through a program called Alongside Care.

Suzanne Gallagher highlights the alarming trends in student mental health and the shortage of counselors, leading to the development of this AI solution.

While the program aims to provide support to students, Suzanne raises significant concerns about privacy, parental involvement, and the implications of using AI for mental health counseling.

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The conversation discusses incidents where students' free speech rights were violated in schools. It highlights the importance of adults and influential figures standing up for students' rights. 

The conversation also touches on the challenges of organizing conservative political student groups in K-12 schools and the need for parents and citizens to monitor district activities and policies. It emphasizes the need for public schools to focus on academics rather than becoming hotbeds for political activism.

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Welcome to the Parents' Rights in Education Podcast, your source for all things related to defending parental rights in education. In this episode, aired on Monday, September 9, 2023, we cover a variety of important topics and questions.

In Segment 1, we start with exciting announcements and updates. Discover upcoming PRE events, including speaking engagements, Zoom calls, and free training sessions. Whether you want to get involved or stay informed, PRE has something for everyone.

Segment 2 is all about empowering parents to take action. Learn how to start a PRE Affiliate in your school district and become a member of Parents' Rights in Education. We guide you through the process, emphasizing the importance of local engagement.

Segment 3 dives into crucial parent questions. We address concerns from parents like Amy, Johnny, and Adam, offering advice and strategies to protect their children's education rights.

Segment 4 delves into a critical topic: Free Speech Rights Matter for Kids Too! We discuss a recent case where a 12-year-old student faced expulsion for expressing his beliefs through a backpack patch. We highlight the importance of protecting students' free speech rights and share insights on similar cases from the past.

Join us as we navigate the complex landscape of parental rights in education and empower you to advocate for your children's education. Stay informed, get involved, and stand up for your rights!

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Summery / Comments:

In this episode, the focus is on a united effort to protect children's education while highlighting the critical role parents play. Parents are encouraged to access free tools, training, and community support available on parentsrightsandeducation.com, and to help boost the cause by leaving a five-star review.

Host Suzanne Gallagher shares news of forthcoming events, including interactive speaking sessions and Zoom meetings tailored for parents. With the "back to school" season in mind, she emphasizes the importance of having "pre affiliates" in every school district to ensure parents have local points of contact and support. The Protection of Pupil Rights Amendment (PPRA) is discussed in depth. It's a tool that allows parents to keep tabs on the curriculum, selectively opt out of activities, and secure their child’s privacy. Suzanne underscores the importance of parental intervention in curriculum choices and survey decisions to safeguard children's personal boundaries.

A significant part of the episode also covers the hot topics of vaccine mandates and mask requirements in schools. Suzanne stresses that parents have the right to file exemption forms for their children and calls upon parents to challenge mandates that contradict their beliefs. She also speaks about the potential adverse effects of continuous mask-wearing on children's physical and emotional health.

Later in the episode, listeners are treated to an insightful chat with Kirryn Jensen, a hopeful school board candidate from Washington State. She explains her reasons for running, particularly her concerns about bullying, violence, and ensuring a safe environment in schools. Kirryn also emphasizes the need for clear communication between school boards and communities and the necessity for accountability.

The episode concludes with a rousing call to action, urging listeners to join the movement and vocalize their concerns. The end goal? To solidify parents' rights and ensure a safe, nurturing learning atmosphere for every child. This episode is tailored to resonate with parents with a conservative perspective and a 10th-grade education level.

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In this podcast episode, hosts Suzanne Gallgaher and Allen Sarvinas discuss recent legislative developments and local policies related to education in California and North Carolina. They address various bills and policies, focusing on issues like parents' rights, transgender and gender expansive policies, and informed consent for minors.

In California, they discuss Senate Bill 596, which passed in May and aims to address threats, assaults, and disrespectful behavior towards school employees. They emphasize the importance of respectful communication while also highlighting concerns about the broad language of the bill and its potential impact on parents' rights to communicate with school officials.

Moving on to North Carolina, they cover a bill that aimed to ban gender-affirming treatments for minors. The bill was initially vetoed by the governor but later overridden by the legislature. They mention the ongoing debate around this issue and the potential legal challenges from LGBTQ rights advocates.

The conversation shifts to a local policy in Maine that deals with transgender and gender expansive students. They highlight the expansion of privileged communications, allowing teachers and others to keep secrets from parents. They discuss the importance of parents' rights and due process, and they urge parents to get involved with their school boards to protect these rights.

Throughout the episode, they stress the need for parents and concerned citizens to engage with their local school boards, communicate their viewpoints, and rally for parents' rights. They also emphasize the significance of having a grassroots support group like Parents' Rights in Education to advocate for parental involvement and push back against policies that could undermine parents' rights.

The episode concludes with a call to action for listeners to reach out to their school boards, engage in local advocacy, and stand up for parents' rights in education.

School Board Meeting

DATE:Wednesday, September 6

TIME: 6:00pm

LOCATION:  Mount Ararat High School, 68 Eagles Way, Topsham, Maine 04086

Topsham School Board Contact Details
https://cdnsm5-ss11.sharpschool.com/UserFiles/Servers/Server_500596/File/District/School%20Board/BdMbrsRevised11092022.pdf

MAINE Policy ACAAA, Transgender and Gender Expansive Students:

Cited in Maine lawsuit Goldwater/Lavigne v Great Bay School District after a student was provided a chest suppression device (CHEST BINDER) w/o parental consent. 

The unconstitutional policy violates parent’s fundamental right to guide the upbringing of their child. Last week, the district’s board attorneys provided legal opinion stating the policy does not address parental notification, while providing sample verbiage to roll into the policy. The District Superintendent is not a judge, and parents require due process.

Maine PRE demands full application of parents’ fundamental rights, evidence of actual and substantive risk to the child by notifying the parents, at which point mandatory reporting applies.  

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Upcoming Events:

• Oct 21: "The Great Northwest Awakening" in Richfield, WA.
• Weekly Parents' Rights & Education Zoom trainings on Saturdays.
• Visit website for more details.

Legislation & Lawsuits:

• New "Parents' Bill of Rights" highlights curriculum transparency, student social transitioning reports, and religious exemptions.
• California under scrutiny over school district's gender identity policy.

Organizational News:

• Updated membership form for selecting local affiliate groups.
• Drive for increased representation in schools through "pre-affiliates."

ACLU Actions:

• ACLU challenges transgender restroom policies in Missouri and Texas.
• ACLU counters Indiana's "Education Matters Law" due to vagueness and First Amendment concerns.

Spotlight on Conrad and Kate:

• Collaborating on parental rights legislation in Idaho.
• Backgrounds: Conrad, ex-Sacramento police with a master's in forensic psychology; Kate, education law attorney with 10+ years of experience.
• Concerns: Lack of parental say in school curriculum and decisions.
• Key legislation: Ban on sex and gender education below fifth grade; enhancing parental voice in school board meetings.
• Catalyst: The formation of the Parents' Rights and Education Group in Coeur d'Alene after parents were denied input at a school board meeting.
• Update: One bill passed the Senate last year but was halted in the House; another is in its nascent stages.

Links:

The Pacific Justice Institute:  pacificjustice.org

Conrad Woodall:  conradwoodall@yahoo.com

The Great Northwest Awakening event

Zoom Calls

Legislation: Parents Bill of Rights

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In this episode of the Parents Rights Podcast, Suzanne Gallgaher provides updates on upcoming events, such as The Great Northwest Awakening and regular Zoom meetings. The episode delves into legislation matters with two major bills under discussion:

• Indiana's House Bill 1608, known as the "Education Matters Bill", which prohibits teaching K-3 students about human sexuality and requires teachers to notify parents if a child wishes to be referred by a different name or pronoun. There was also an unsuccessful motion to get a preliminary injunction regarding how human sexuality is taught.
• Ohio's House Bill 8, known as the "Parents' Bill of Rights". This bill mandates schools to provide parents with information regarding their child's mental, emotional, or physical health. It also compels schools to inform parents prior to teaching sexuality content. A detailed discussion of this bill highlights the importance of definition in legislation, especially in terms of what "sexuality content" encompasses.

Suzanne also talks about organizational growth, urging listeners to become members and join or create local affiliate groups. She emphasizes the need for greater transparency between schools and parents, especially regarding students' well-being.

The episode features Lisa Chaffee, an affiliate from Ohio, who shares her journey with Parents' Rights in Education and her role in pushing forward Ohio's House Bill 8. Lisa's testimonies, activism, and insights are highlighted, giving a real-life example of a parent's influence on legislation. The conversation underscores the significance of parental involvement, understanding legal frameworks, and making sure educational entities prioritize parental rights.

Link to the Ohio Parents’ Rights in Education website:  https://ohio.parentsrightsineducation.com

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Welcome to another episode of Parents' Rights in Education with your host, Suzanne Gallagher.

In our first segment, we're touching base with the state of education around the country. Highlighted events include The Great Northwest Awakening and our regular Zoom calls and trainings - don't miss out! Visit our website for more details. We are also tracking critical legislation like Virginia's SB 1072, aiming to better address bullying, and Texas' controversial SB 14, which deals with youths' access to transgender medical treatment. In organizational updates, we've introduced a new feature to select your affiliate group and celebrate the addition of 5 new affiliate leaders in Oregon and Washington.

Returning to our second segment, we've got good news - our movement is making strides! In 2022, 85 parents’ rights bills were introduced across 26 states, while 2023 has already seen 62 bills in 24 states. All of these efforts aim to increase parental involvement and transparency in education. This shows we're making an impact and will continue fighting for parents’ rights.

In our final segment, we delve into a topic of much debate - Comprehensive Sexual Education. Promoted as an inclusive and age-appropriate approach, it is being seen by many as explicit and incentivizing early sexual activity. Organizations like Planned Parenthood, the WHO, and the ACLU are backing this. As an example, programs like EXCLAIM! suggest that young people need varied sexual experiences for their health. This raises concerns about parental involvement and when a child should learn about sexual activity.

As we wrap up, remember that joining our cause ensures you have a say in your child's education. Become a member today and join the fight for parents’ rights in education. Until next time, stay strong and engaged. Thank you for tuning in.

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Civil Rights Claim Signals Overreach by Biden Admin 

"As we have stated numerous times, removal of controversial offensive literature from school libraries is not only a right, but an obligation of school boards. Local boards are elected to represent the values of their constituents. They have the power to determine what curriculums are appropriate for their districts. It is not "banning" to select the most appropriate books for the minor children and families they serve. Parents are free to choose to purchase controversial materials for their children. Clearly, this is a blatant illegal move by the Biden administration to steal the rights of school boards to represent parents in their districts!" 
Suzanne Gallagher, Parents' Rights In Education, National

Civil Rights Seeks Control Over School Libraries

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