Tuesday, April 30, 2013

Documents Reveal When Students Were Notified of Stabbings at Cy-Fair




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Election day is May 11th, 2013

According to a Channel 2 local news story, 41 minutes elapsed between the first 911 call and activation of the emergency alert system after the April 9 stabbing spree at LSC Cy-Fair. After hearing from students who were concerned that they had not been notified about the danger, an open records request was filed. 

"Following an evacuation of the campus, Senior Vice Chancellor Rand Key told reporters during a news conference that security alerts were sent 'immediately,' but declined to talk specifics." Click here to see the full story or watch the news video (about 2 minutes). 

We need trustees who will hold the senior administration accountable for keeping students safe and telling the truth.


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Thursday, April 18, 2013

Jensen, Branham and Trowbridge Receive Unanimous Endorsements


The Montgomery and Harris County Central Labor Councils (AFL-CIO) have endorsed Lone Star College System Board of Trustees candidates Liz Jensen (Position 1), Janie Branham (Position 2), and Ron Trowbridge (Position 8). All three candidates are challengers to incumbents who are seeking reelection. The Montgomery County Council voted unanimously to endorse Jensen, Branham, and Trowbridge on March 12, and the Harris County Council followed suit on March 27. AFT Lone Star delegate Bob Locander remarked, “Over the years, Secretary-Treasurer Mahle of Montgomery County and Secretary Richard Shaw of Harris County have been extremely supportive allies of teachers and staff.” 


Election Day is May 11. 

Early Voting starts April 29, and lasts through May 7.

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Friday, April 12, 2013