Every parent's worst nightmare is receiving a call that their child has been hurt while they were on their way to school. Unfortunately, that fear has become a reality for many families in Raleigh County due to the dangerous decisions being made about school openings during severe weather conditions.

In recent months, students have not only been in vehicular accidents, but also slipped on icy sidewalks and parking lots, leading to concerning injuries. Their safety shouldn’t be compromised for the sake of keeping schools open in weather that is unsuitable for travel.

Serena Starcher, a member of the Raleigh County Board of Education, holds a position that demands decisions be made in the best interest of students' safety above all else. Unfortunately, her repeated failures to enact weather closures in the face of evident peril speak otherwise.

Raleigh County requires a leader who prioritizes the well-being of our students. We need decision-makers who will heed severe weather warnings and take preemptive measures to ensure that our children remain safe, whether through school closings or delays. By enforcing proper protocols, we can ensure that unnecessary risks are avoided and our community is safeguarded.

Let's make a change. It's time Serena Starcher is removed from her position in the Raleigh County Board of Education to make way for someone who will put the students' safety above bureaucratic pressure. Please sign this petition to demand a safer school environment for all students in Raleigh County. Your voice can propel this necessary change.