Don't blame the teachers for rally
      In response to Mr. Asher's comments last week regarding the protest against education cuts, I cannot speak to his interactions with the teachers which caused him so much upset. However, as a trained social worker, parent, and educator, I would like to respond regarding the presence of children at a protest.
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Educator holds head high
      I am a proud parent and a proud teacher. My heart is saddened that this negative press has been thrust upon us at such a delicate time. On Pink Friday, our children saw their mothers, fathers, and teachers stand up for a cause that they believe in.
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Kids understand political issues
      In his letter to the editor regarding the Moorpark Pink Friday rally, Howard Asher paints quite a dramatic picture. However, like most drama he has chosen to embellish a number of facts. He states that the majority of the protesters were small children. Most of the crowd was in fact adults, some of whom that brought along their children.
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Family affected by fire says thanks
      Recently we had a devastating electrical fire in our home. Before I was able to get home after teaching here in Moorpark, neighbors and teachers called me to let me know that there was a fire in progress. They were there to comfort me as my house burned.
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