Keep the American way of life in our schools!!!

Keep the American way of life in our schools!!!

The Issue

I'm a father of three children which are enrolled in public schools. My two younger children's Elementary classes does not recite the Pledge of Allegiance. I have heard of numerous schools across America throwing out our great Pledge, that every true American citizen has done both past and old. I'm a 12 year U.S. Army Veteran that is outraged in this situation. The United States of America used to be great, but now that it's being run by lunatics and they're changing the American way of life, I fear for my children's future. Bring back patriotism!!!  

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Joseph ChamberlainPetition Starter
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The Issue

I'm a father of three children which are enrolled in public schools. My two younger children's Elementary classes does not recite the Pledge of Allegiance. I have heard of numerous schools across America throwing out our great Pledge, that every true American citizen has done both past and old. I'm a 12 year U.S. Army Veteran that is outraged in this situation. The United States of America used to be great, but now that it's being run by lunatics and they're changing the American way of life, I fear for my children's future. Bring back patriotism!!!  

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Joseph ChamberlainPetition Starter
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The Decision Makers

Kathy Rapp
Kathy Rapp
Pennsylvania House of Representatives - District 65
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“Thank you for voicing your concerns regarding the Pledge of Allegiance. There is nothing in federal or state law to prevent a school classroom from reciting the pledge. I am a strong supporter of reciting the pledge. In Pennsylvania, local school districts are responsible for these policies. The issue should be addressed with your child's classroom teacher, building principal, school district superintendent or local school board of directors. I would recommend, if you have concerns, to schedule an appointment with the classroom teacher to discuss, whether or not, the classroom is reciting the pledge. If you disagree with the classroom teacher, schedule an appointment with the building principal or the superintendent. You may also contact the school district administrative office and request to address the board of directors. You may be required to request being placed on their meeting agenda. Parents have a right, and a duty in my opinion, to play an active role in their child's education. I would encourage you to know, not just whether or not your child says the pledge, but what is taught throughout the school day. Thank you for contacting me regarding this issue. Rep. Kathy Rapp”
Scott E. Hutchinson
Scott E. Hutchinson
Former PA State Senator
PA Dept of Education
PA Dept of Education

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Petition created on September 14, 2015