NC Court Denies Parental Rights in Year-Round Case

From our perspective, the issue never has been about the merits of year-round versus traditional school schedules.  Public opinion was evenly divided (PDF), with people on both sides of the argument asserting that--for various, valid reasons--one system was preferable to the other.  Families who wished to remain in traditional schools shared many of the same concerns as year-round advocates:  student learning retention, community involvement, transportation, family schedules and traditions, and overall academic and social impact.  The real issue was parental choice or, in light of today’s ruling, the lack thereof.

 

Wake County parents likely have a very real, personal interest in the ruling.  Those outside of Wake County should heed the precedent set by this case.  Parental rights have taken a backseat to what the system decides is best for your child.