We respectfully request that Mr. George Albano step down as principal of Cottle School.
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Lainie j
9 years ago
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As a resident of Tuckahoe with two children who have gone through the system, I think it is absurd that the school board made such a ludicrous decision. What are we to think? There is no hidden agenda here? What a sad corrupt little world we live in. So the principal can do whatever he wants now Since his son is his boss. You gotta be kidding me! This would never happen in the business world. A school district is also a business. Just shameful.
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Anonymous
9 years ago
As an educator, I am appalled that this happened. The principal is approaching 70 and is morbidly obese. He obviously has mobility issues and it is highly doubtful he is able to display the vigor and stamina needed to visit classrooms on a regular basis, provide adequate feedback and follow through with initiatives. I have already seen strong evidence of a lack of trust and a lowered morale first hand within the school as a result of this ignorant decision on the part of the superintendent. It shows a complete lack of character and is another sad example of a broken education system. Who are the fools that run the district that would allow something like this to happen? The children suffer because of this since teachers do not feel supported and it doesn't take a rocket scientist to understand that this gentleman is not going to be held accountable as a principal due to the fact that he reports to his son. I've heard the pushback on this as well. It doesn't matter if he reports to the assistant superintendent. To make the argument that this somehow alleviates the situation is playing the community for a fool. Ridiculous. I wouldn't work in that school for $1 million.
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Marguerite Creegan
10 years ago
Family can not control a school!
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Yoselin Brice
10 years ago
It's time for change
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Gina Luizzi
10 years ago
Mr. Albania should not be the principle, it causes much conflict & controversy.
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Rita Scalzo
10 years ago
Thank you to whomever started this petition
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Elizabeth Capparella
10 years ago
I also feel that Peter Kilgallen should not be promoted to principal if Mr. Albania steps down.
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Viyan
10 years ago
423 California rd.
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Michelle Antonini
10 years ago
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A superintendent is a vital role in our school district, this person will be our district's ultimate decision maker and leader. When issues arise concerning the well being our children it is crucial that we as parents have an impartial leader. A conflict of interest to this degree (in positions of this proximity) is intolerable. It will jeopardize the best interest of the students and teachers. It will degrade the structural integrity of our administration.
11 Governors Rd Bronxville, NY 10708
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Stanley Shih
10 years ago
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To ask for this resignation does NOT reflect on the character or merits of the persons (Mr. Albano and Mr. Albano) involved. This is a structural conflict of interest which can lead unnecessarily to negative outcomes for our schools and our students.
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Jennifer Foley
10 years ago
There is an explicit conflict of interest here, and it needs to be addressed in the best interests of the children.
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Mary Jane Collett
10 years ago
I trust the district will do what is right and legal always with each child as their first priority
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John Antonini
10 years ago
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In the business world, this level of severe conflict of interest would never be tolerated. Why should an academic institution be any different? There is no reasonable way to that a father/son reporting relationship would be unbiased. With the challenges in the district today, we need a fresh, young principal who can lead the school into the future.
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Doris Ferguson
10 years ago
Yes we believe it is a strong conflict of interest. We thank you for all you have done for the Cottle school.
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Anonymous
10 years ago
Parkview Dr
Bronxville
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Lisa Drake
10 years ago
Gifford Street, Tuckahoe
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Gina jacopino
10 years ago
25 archer drive
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A Mastandrea
10 years ago
12 Allaire Street, Bronxville, NY
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Carole Moran
10 years ago
No exception to the conflict of interest policy should be made.
As a resident of Tuckahoe with two children who have gone through the system, I think it is absurd that the school board made such a ludicrous decision. What are we to think? There is no hidden agenda here? What a sad corrupt little world we live in. So the principal can do whatever he wants now Since his son is his boss. You gotta be kidding me! This would never happen in the business world. A school district is also a business. Just shameful.
As an educator, I am appalled that this happened. The principal is approaching 70 and is morbidly obese. He obviously has mobility issues and it is highly doubtful he is able to display the vigor and stamina needed to visit classrooms on a regular basis, provide adequate feedback and follow through with initiatives. I have already seen strong evidence of a lack of trust and a lowered morale first hand within the school as a result of this ignorant decision on the part of the superintendent. It shows a complete lack of character and is another sad example of a broken education system. Who are the fools that run the district that would allow something like this to happen? The children suffer because of this since teachers do not feel supported and it doesn't take a rocket scientist to understand that this gentleman is not going to be held accountable as a principal due to the fact that he reports to his son. I've heard the pushback on this as well. It doesn't matter if he reports to the assistant superintendent. To make the argument that this somehow alleviates the situation is playing the community for a fool. Ridiculous. I wouldn't work in that school for $1 million.
Family can not control a school!
It's time for change
Mr. Albania should not be the principle, it causes much conflict & controversy.
Thank you to whomever started this petition
I also feel that Peter Kilgallen should not be promoted to principal if Mr. Albania steps down.
423 California rd.
A superintendent is a vital role in our school district, this person will be our district's ultimate decision maker and leader. When issues arise concerning the well being our children it is crucial that we as parents have an impartial leader. A conflict of interest to this degree (in positions of this proximity) is intolerable. It will jeopardize the best interest of the students and teachers. It will degrade the structural integrity of our administration. 11 Governors Rd Bronxville, NY 10708
To ask for this resignation does NOT reflect on the character or merits of the persons (Mr. Albano and Mr. Albano) involved. This is a structural conflict of interest which can lead unnecessarily to negative outcomes for our schools and our students.
There is an explicit conflict of interest here, and it needs to be addressed in the best interests of the children.
I trust the district will do what is right and legal always with each child as their first priority
In the business world, this level of severe conflict of interest would never be tolerated. Why should an academic institution be any different? There is no reasonable way to that a father/son reporting relationship would be unbiased. With the challenges in the district today, we need a fresh, young principal who can lead the school into the future.
Yes we believe it is a strong conflict of interest. We thank you for all you have done for the Cottle school.
Parkview Dr Bronxville
Gifford Street, Tuckahoe
25 archer drive
12 Allaire Street, Bronxville, NY
No exception to the conflict of interest policy should be made.
431 California Rd