Reinstate Colonel Hunter. I know some of his cadets and the positive effect he has on them is remarkable. His program turns out people we can be proud of.
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William McLaughlin
8 years ago
Colonel Hunter should be reinstated
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Kate Stephens
8 years ago
Please reinstate Lt. Col Hunter. He is a positive role model in our community. His honor and integrity are invaluable to the students.
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Emily Bradford
8 years ago
The col is the best! SHS is at a loss without him . He changes lives.
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Bill Raucci
8 years ago
Whatever the problem with the Vice it can be resolved. Taking away a mentor could hurt this school immensely.
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Laura
8 years ago
Although, I don’t know the full story behind both sides I can only speak on what I am reading and what I have experienced in my situation. I live in Lawrence, MA, but I was born and brought up in Salem,MA and I have to say I am very proud of both cities for having and maintaining a JROTC. I have seen first had the level of dedication, commitment, integrity and honor that is instilled in each child that has been lead by someone that hasn’t allowed the politics of the city to change the structure of the program or uninvolved parents or school personnel to influence the consequences or lower the threshold of respect and tolerance demanded by this honorable leaders. Most people that know me know I not one to let many things “slide” with my son, but with that said, at times, I too have cringed when a punishment has been handed down, or when I feel that another adult is pushing a child to a higher, unattainable level of standards for that situation. However, I do I have stop and think how many times have my “gentle ways or excuses” allowed for more, more opportunities for acts of disrespect and disregard for another human being, where it has become the “norm” to see such behavior. I have to be honest with myself and stop blaming others for not wavering and stop asking the questions “what is happening to our youth or where has the decency gone” but doing something about it. I have to truly step back to support and thank the men and woman in these roles. They pick up my slack so my child, or any child, doesn’t get left behind in this world, to remind them that they are valuable. These brave men and woman, took an oath to serve and protect not only on the battle field, but now do it everyday in our schools, always fighting, to uphold the basic core values of being a human because every life matters, finding ways to push you beyond your own personal limits, and prove you’re never alone and one day you will pass these lessons on.
Like I said, I don’t know the whole story, or
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Phillip Silvestri
8 years ago
He is a great man
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Barry Rooklin
8 years ago
I have known Lt.Col. Mike Hunter for over 40 years. He is a true leader of men. In a society where young men & women need to learn about respect, Mike was there to guide them and help them grow. This a major loss for the students of SHS. I suggest you reset your compass and bring back Lt.Col.Mike Hunter.
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Richie Ferrier
8 years ago
Looks like a good man to me
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Timothy ONeil
8 years ago
I am a cadet at the Salem High School JROTC and I am personally shocked and appalled of what they did to the Lt. Colonel. It’s ridiculous as it is illegal for them to fire him from this if they didn’t actually fight each other
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Anonymous
8 years ago
Why did t the terminate the Asst. Principal?
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Carol Carr
8 years ago
Having taught at SHS for 28 years, I saw a steady decline in students being disciplined by administration for breaking rules. Rules must be followed and there must be consequences when rules are broken. The high school has a duty to prepare students for the “real” world and I have absolute faith that Instructor Hunter was doing what needed to be done. The administration should have backed him up. Firing him sends a message to all students that rules can be broken and there will be no consequences for infractions. Shame on the administration.
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Gail Martin
8 years ago
Please bring him back
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Geoffrey Smith
8 years ago
Bring back the LT. Colonel
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Erin leblanc
8 years ago
He is a very good man and teacher to his cadets
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Dana Barnard
8 years ago
Mike is good man and solid individual. He really cares about the kids ! Stand up guy all the way!
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Jeannette Townsend
8 years ago
Lt Col Hunter only wants the best for the young men and women for whom he is responsible. I personally have seen the respect he garners from those he take under his wing. The students deserve him back.
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Erin ONeil
8 years ago
Bring the Colonel back!
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Michelle Pare
8 years ago
I was literally heart broken when I heard this happen. This man truly cares for each and every kid he encounters. I have literally seen him transform lives because of his heart for each and every kid he comes across. A good teacher will do this and make an impact on many by reaching that one kids heart. I have seen him do this with my own eyes. You will be doing an grave injustice to so many young men and woman if you dont bring him back. He truly is an amazing good man.
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John McKinnon Oneil
8 years ago
Have never seen nothing but positive things that he has taught. My 3 siblings.
Reinstate Colonel Hunter. I know some of his cadets and the positive effect he has on them is remarkable. His program turns out people we can be proud of.
Colonel Hunter should be reinstated
Please reinstate Lt. Col Hunter. He is a positive role model in our community. His honor and integrity are invaluable to the students.
The col is the best! SHS is at a loss without him . He changes lives.
Whatever the problem with the Vice it can be resolved. Taking away a mentor could hurt this school immensely.
Although, I don’t know the full story behind both sides I can only speak on what I am reading and what I have experienced in my situation. I live in Lawrence, MA, but I was born and brought up in Salem,MA and I have to say I am very proud of both cities for having and maintaining a JROTC. I have seen first had the level of dedication, commitment, integrity and honor that is instilled in each child that has been lead by someone that hasn’t allowed the politics of the city to change the structure of the program or uninvolved parents or school personnel to influence the consequences or lower the threshold of respect and tolerance demanded by this honorable leaders. Most people that know me know I not one to let many things “slide” with my son, but with that said, at times, I too have cringed when a punishment has been handed down, or when I feel that another adult is pushing a child to a higher, unattainable level of standards for that situation. However, I do I have stop and think how many times have my “gentle ways or excuses” allowed for more, more opportunities for acts of disrespect and disregard for another human being, where it has become the “norm” to see such behavior. I have to be honest with myself and stop blaming others for not wavering and stop asking the questions “what is happening to our youth or where has the decency gone” but doing something about it. I have to truly step back to support and thank the men and woman in these roles. They pick up my slack so my child, or any child, doesn’t get left behind in this world, to remind them that they are valuable. These brave men and woman, took an oath to serve and protect not only on the battle field, but now do it everyday in our schools, always fighting, to uphold the basic core values of being a human because every life matters, finding ways to push you beyond your own personal limits, and prove you’re never alone and one day you will pass these lessons on. Like I said, I don’t know the whole story, or
He is a great man
I have known Lt.Col. Mike Hunter for over 40 years. He is a true leader of men. In a society where young men & women need to learn about respect, Mike was there to guide them and help them grow. This a major loss for the students of SHS. I suggest you reset your compass and bring back Lt.Col.Mike Hunter.
Looks like a good man to me
I am a cadet at the Salem High School JROTC and I am personally shocked and appalled of what they did to the Lt. Colonel. It’s ridiculous as it is illegal for them to fire him from this if they didn’t actually fight each other
Why did t the terminate the Asst. Principal?
Having taught at SHS for 28 years, I saw a steady decline in students being disciplined by administration for breaking rules. Rules must be followed and there must be consequences when rules are broken. The high school has a duty to prepare students for the “real” world and I have absolute faith that Instructor Hunter was doing what needed to be done. The administration should have backed him up. Firing him sends a message to all students that rules can be broken and there will be no consequences for infractions. Shame on the administration.
Please bring him back
Bring back the LT. Colonel
He is a very good man and teacher to his cadets
Mike is good man and solid individual. He really cares about the kids ! Stand up guy all the way!
Lt Col Hunter only wants the best for the young men and women for whom he is responsible. I personally have seen the respect he garners from those he take under his wing. The students deserve him back.
Bring the Colonel back!
I was literally heart broken when I heard this happen. This man truly cares for each and every kid he encounters. I have literally seen him transform lives because of his heart for each and every kid he comes across. A good teacher will do this and make an impact on many by reaching that one kids heart. I have seen him do this with my own eyes. You will be doing an grave injustice to so many young men and woman if you dont bring him back. He truly is an amazing good man.
Have never seen nothing but positive things that he has taught. My 3 siblings.