As a parent of a child attending Lewisburg Intermediate School in Lewisburg, Mississippi, I am deeply concerned. My daughter is in Ashley Hilton Ford's homeroom class, and the recent revelations about Ford's support of a guilty-plea child sex offender have shaken my trust in the school’s commitment to a safe learning environment. This has raised alarm bells not only for the safety of my daughter but for all the children in her class.

Ashley Hilton Ford's association with a known child sex offender undermines the values we expect from educators and casts a shadow over the school's integrity. Schools should be safe havens for children, free from influences that can potentially harm their mental and emotional well-being. Protecting our children must be of utmost priority, and any affiliations that threaten this safety cannot be tolerated. Supporting individuals charged with such heinous crimes sends the wrong message to students and parents alike and compromises the trust we place in educational institutions to keep our children safe.

We are urging the administration at Lewisburg Intermediate School to take immediate action. Ashley Hilton Ford should be asked to resign or be terminated to ensure the school's environment remains unwaveringly safe for our children. This action will reaffirm the school's commitment to maintaining a safe and secure environment that fosters learning and growth without fear.

The well-being of our children is a non-negotiable issue. The community deserves transparency and accountability, and it is imperative that Lewisburg Intermediate School acts decisively to uphold these principles.

Please join us in urging the immediate resignation or termination of Ashley Hilton Ford to protect our children and uphold a safe school environment. Your signature is crucial to making our voices heard and ensuring that our children are protected. Sign this petition now to demand change and uphold the standards we expect from our educators and institutions.