I agree that the way Mr. Tyree handled this situation was poorly done. However, as a Gospel Christian, I also believe that this in no way is a firing offense! Why? Because I am a strong believer is separation of state and church. Injecting religion into public schools is wrong... period.
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Reggie Bennett
10 years ago
To fire this teacher would be a violation of his first amendment rights to free speech.
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Delaney
· petition starter
10 years ago
No program this was during school hours and it was modern music mr Tyree never said he was offended but that he was defending those who were offended
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Rob Bishop
10 years ago
I see a lot of news articles about this, but very few useful details. Delaney (I presume that's who you are), did you actually hear Mr Tyree say that, about being offended? Also, what songs were being sung? If they were singing old slave spirituals or the like, then that seems ok. But if they were singing some modern song about the blood of Christ, that's a different story altogether. Do you have a program of the event that would show what they sang? I tried to contact the singing group to ask for a program, but I haven't heard from them. If you don't have a program, do you recall any of the song titles, or any particular lyrics from the songs?
I'd love to sign; I'm sure Mr Tyree is a great guy. But it's better to be informed before making a decision. Could you supply some details of the incident?
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Toby Hutchison
10 years ago
Don't really know him but he sounds like a amazing teacher!
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Jaoquin Guzman
10 years ago
I met Mr. Tyree at convention and he good guy. No take job from him, por favor!
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Ryan Richman
10 years ago
A teacher should not be fired for protecting the first amendment rights of students.
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Cameron
10 years ago
There no proof
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Airic Cook
10 years ago
I go to Sandusky but I'm happy to help!
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Wayne Gannaway
10 years ago
The burden should be on the school administration to ensure sufficient presentation of historical context to a religious-based performance. Simply labeling a religious performance as part of Black History Month misses the mark for a good history program and leaves non-Christians in an awkward position of having to remain silent.
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Amber Chi
10 years ago
It was a religious matter, not race. My daughter was there and I think she knows what she saw.
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gavin womack
10 years ago
this is so stupid
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Nia Dyke
10 years ago
Mr.Tyree was an amazing Teacher. Who actually inspired me to sing the Ballad of Birmingham, by Dudley Randall. It is actually based on the racist act of the KKK who bombed 16th street Baptist Church in Birmingham, Alabama. Mr.Tyree is amazing, inspirational, and unique. As a young adult, public figure, I HIGHLY recommend that public officials reconsider. Though things could have been handled differently, I an 18 year old, AFRICAN AMERICAN, female support Mr.Tyree's job. We all make mistakes, but racial accidents just don't happen with this guy. Now, religious, I understand. Not everyone values what we value, and that is okay.
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Xan Shen
10 years ago
That's not what it means.
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Anonymous
10 years ago
Freedom of religion...
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Cathi Bledsoe
10 years ago
For crying out loud, leave the teacher be, this teacher was not wrong. There are many many people in our country that could be offended,,,,how that is disrespectful,,,,,we have become so small,
and so touchy, sad when someone tries to do the right thing and is in deep water (like
loosing his job) because of it. We need GOOD teachers today,,,,,it is difficult enough as it is,,,,without doing something like this. SAD......
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G Wash in da house
10 years ago
Yo yo yo yo what time is it
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Edward Childers
10 years ago
After viewing the school board meeting in regards to this incident, I have to say I witnessed one of the most egregious rush to judgments I've encountered in a long while. To pre-judge this incident as racist and call for this man's head is ludicrous. Inappropriate civil disobedience or disruptive behavior would be more apt descriptions and while these actions always carry with them accepted consequences, losing one's livelihood should not have been considered. Some of us sit on our hands and allow our rights to be abridged and others react strongly when wronged. Our society has evolved to the point we realize it is better and constitutional for government entities to adopt a neutral position regarding any endorsement of any particular religion, it protects the convictions of all. Those who rose up in quick condemnation should understand fully and more than most how vital it is to protect the sensitivities and constitutional rights of every individual regardless as to whether it offends or not. Teachers of this caliber are not a dime a dozen and losing even one is a tragedy to present and future students at Dunbar. Admonishment for the teachers actions are in order and also apologies for prejudices and absolute false accusations as to the teacher's character and reputation.
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Anonymous
10 years ago
Thank you, Mr. Tyree, for standing up for the principles upon which our country is based.
Bring Tyree Back.
I agree that the way Mr. Tyree handled this situation was poorly done. However, as a Gospel Christian, I also believe that this in no way is a firing offense! Why? Because I am a strong believer is separation of state and church. Injecting religion into public schools is wrong... period.
To fire this teacher would be a violation of his first amendment rights to free speech.
No program this was during school hours and it was modern music mr Tyree never said he was offended but that he was defending those who were offended
I see a lot of news articles about this, but very few useful details. Delaney (I presume that's who you are), did you actually hear Mr Tyree say that, about being offended? Also, what songs were being sung? If they were singing old slave spirituals or the like, then that seems ok. But if they were singing some modern song about the blood of Christ, that's a different story altogether. Do you have a program of the event that would show what they sang? I tried to contact the singing group to ask for a program, but I haven't heard from them. If you don't have a program, do you recall any of the song titles, or any particular lyrics from the songs? I'd love to sign; I'm sure Mr Tyree is a great guy. But it's better to be informed before making a decision. Could you supply some details of the incident?
Don't really know him but he sounds like a amazing teacher!
I met Mr. Tyree at convention and he good guy. No take job from him, por favor!
A teacher should not be fired for protecting the first amendment rights of students.
There no proof
I go to Sandusky but I'm happy to help!
The burden should be on the school administration to ensure sufficient presentation of historical context to a religious-based performance. Simply labeling a religious performance as part of Black History Month misses the mark for a good history program and leaves non-Christians in an awkward position of having to remain silent.
It was a religious matter, not race. My daughter was there and I think she knows what she saw.
this is so stupid
Mr.Tyree was an amazing Teacher. Who actually inspired me to sing the Ballad of Birmingham, by Dudley Randall. It is actually based on the racist act of the KKK who bombed 16th street Baptist Church in Birmingham, Alabama. Mr.Tyree is amazing, inspirational, and unique. As a young adult, public figure, I HIGHLY recommend that public officials reconsider. Though things could have been handled differently, I an 18 year old, AFRICAN AMERICAN, female support Mr.Tyree's job. We all make mistakes, but racial accidents just don't happen with this guy. Now, religious, I understand. Not everyone values what we value, and that is okay.
That's not what it means.
Freedom of religion...
For crying out loud, leave the teacher be, this teacher was not wrong. There are many many people in our country that could be offended,,,,how that is disrespectful,,,,,we have become so small, and so touchy, sad when someone tries to do the right thing and is in deep water (like loosing his job) because of it. We need GOOD teachers today,,,,,it is difficult enough as it is,,,,without doing something like this. SAD......
Yo yo yo yo what time is it
After viewing the school board meeting in regards to this incident, I have to say I witnessed one of the most egregious rush to judgments I've encountered in a long while. To pre-judge this incident as racist and call for this man's head is ludicrous. Inappropriate civil disobedience or disruptive behavior would be more apt descriptions and while these actions always carry with them accepted consequences, losing one's livelihood should not have been considered. Some of us sit on our hands and allow our rights to be abridged and others react strongly when wronged. Our society has evolved to the point we realize it is better and constitutional for government entities to adopt a neutral position regarding any endorsement of any particular religion, it protects the convictions of all. Those who rose up in quick condemnation should understand fully and more than most how vital it is to protect the sensitivities and constitutional rights of every individual regardless as to whether it offends or not. Teachers of this caliber are not a dime a dozen and losing even one is a tragedy to present and future students at Dunbar. Admonishment for the teachers actions are in order and also apologies for prejudices and absolute false accusations as to the teacher's character and reputation.
Thank you, Mr. Tyree, for standing up for the principles upon which our country is based.