they listened and mr yarborough is heading back to sandburg. im honestly still in shock that we pulled this off but i am so glad we didnt stay quiet. keep keeping an eye on things just to make sure the transition goes smooth.
July 26, 2017
Final supporters
May 3, 2017
Dear Mr. Dade, Ms. Taylor, and the entire Fairfax County School Board,
We would like to express our disappointment in Terrence Yarborough’s recent resignation from Carl Sandburg Middle School. For the last seven years, Mr. Yarborough has transformed the halls and classrooms of Sandburg from a school that was plagued by problems and a poor reputation to a school that is now highly regarded within the community. His persistent dedication for wanting success for the school was felt by all. He believes in high standards, for teachers and students alike. Although serious and steadfast when required, Mr. Yarborough has a lighter side that demonstrates his good nature. His heart is big and he cared for every student’s personal progress and safety. We need FCPS to understand how deeply concerned we are going forward without his guidance and leadership. His departure is, without question, a giant loss for the school and for each family affected today and going forward. Mr. Yarborough was doing an excellent job!
Thank you,
Concerned Members of the Sandburg Community
Updates
Reached 250 supporters
May 13, 2017
Reached 100 supporters
May 8, 2017
100 Comments
It is unthinkable that Principal Yarborough could receive anything but the highest praise for his years of caring leadership to the Sandburg community. The confidence he gave our son has fostered great academic success for Mike's years since Sandburg.
No one should be able to ruin the reputation and/or livelihood of an individual without an unbiased, fair & thorough investigation. It's obvious Mr Y has made a positive impact on the individual students, the school & community. Please be thorough!
Mr. Yarborough was devoted to the students at Carl Sandburg. It is a wonderful and tough and challenging place to be. He guided 1400 kids through a long reconstruction. I know his job, all administrator's jobs, teachers' jobs, can be at times profoundly difficult, but that's why we need him and I hope he comes back!
Mr Y has been the best principal that I've sent my rising 7th graders to for years! I teach sixth grade and know that he is a great leader and role model. My son also went to CSMS and had a wonderful experience under his leadership.
I am greatly saddened to learn that Mr Yarborough has resigned. I never questioned my child's safety at any time when he was there, and I credit Mr. Yarborough's presence and commitment to the Sandburg community for this. His loss will have serious repercussions for the community.
It is so unfortunate that this situation had happened to Mr. Yarborough. His heart is right, the desire to help kids succeed. I have been praying for him.
He was the most awesome principal for my kids at RobinsonSS. I worked for him at Sandburg and he was a champion for excellence. He created a culture of learning out of a school with low staff morale, low student achievement, low parental involvement, and generally low overall expectations. In his first year he was the catylst for so many positive changes. He won First Year Principal of the Year by being nominated by stars many on his staff. It was an honor to work with him. His absence in FCPS is a tremendous loss of leadership.
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they listened and mr yarborough is heading back to sandburg. im honestly still in shock that we pulled this off but i am so glad we didnt stay quiet. keep keeping an eye on things just to make sure the transition goes smooth.
July 26, 2017
Final supporters
May 3, 2017
Dear Mr. Dade, Ms. Taylor, and the entire Fairfax County School Board,
We would like to express our disappointment in Terrence Yarborough’s recent resignation from Carl Sandburg Middle School. For the last seven years, Mr. Yarborough has transformed the halls and classrooms of Sandburg from a school that was plagued by problems and a poor reputation to a school that is now highly regarded within the community. His persistent dedication for wanting success for the school was felt by all. He believes in high standards, for teachers and students alike. Although serious and steadfast when required, Mr. Yarborough has a lighter side that demonstrates his good nature. His heart is big and he cared for every student’s personal progress and safety. We need FCPS to understand how deeply concerned we are going forward without his guidance and leadership. His departure is, without question, a giant loss for the school and for each family affected today and going forward. Mr. Yarborough was doing an excellent job!
Thank you,
Concerned Members of the Sandburg Community
Updates
Reached 250 supporters
May 13, 2017
Reached 100 supporters
May 8, 2017
100 Comments
I do not know the details of the dismissal, but I do know that Mr. Yarborough is dedicated to the kids at Sandburg. Even if we did not always see eye-to-eye, I respect him. His job is difficult. People make mistakes. I believe he should have a second chance.
It is unthinkable that Principal Yarborough could receive anything but the highest praise for his years of caring leadership to the Sandburg community. The confidence he gave our son has fostered great academic success for Mike's years since Sandburg.
No one should be able to ruin the reputation and/or livelihood of an individual without an unbiased, fair & thorough investigation. It's obvious Mr Y has made a positive impact on the individual students, the school & community. Please be thorough!
Mr. Yarborough was devoted to the students at Carl Sandburg. It is a wonderful and tough and challenging place to be. He guided 1400 kids through a long reconstruction. I know his job, all administrator's jobs, teachers' jobs, can be at times profoundly difficult, but that's why we need him and I hope he comes back!
Mr Y has been the best principal that I've sent my rising 7th graders to for years! I teach sixth grade and know that he is a great leader and role model. My son also went to CSMS and had a wonderful experience under his leadership.
I am greatly saddened to learn that Mr Yarborough has resigned. I never questioned my child's safety at any time when he was there, and I credit Mr. Yarborough's presence and commitment to the Sandburg community for this. His loss will have serious repercussions for the community.
It is so unfortunate that this situation had happened to Mr. Yarborough. His heart is right, the desire to help kids succeed. I have been praying for him.
He was the most awesome principal for my kids at RobinsonSS. I worked for him at Sandburg and he was a champion for excellence. He created a culture of learning out of a school with low staff morale, low student achievement, low parental involvement, and generally low overall expectations. In his first year he was the catylst for so many positive changes. He won First Year Principal of the Year by being nominated by stars many on his staff. It was an honor to work with him. His absence in FCPS is a tremendous loss of leadership.
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I do not know the details of the dismissal, but I do know that Mr. Yarborough is dedicated to the kids at Sandburg. Even if we did not always see eye-to-eye, I respect him. His job is difficult. People make mistakes. I believe he should have a second chance.