I just wanted to send you a note to commend you for making the effort to learn more about the West Seattle schools involved in the "Phase 2" consolidation/closure effort. Not only did you learn more about our programs, you also discovered why the proposal to merge Pathfinder and Cooper made by the Superintendent and his staff was misguided and ill-informed.

What I especially appreciate is your willingness to be open-minded, and even change your mind, and then have the integrity to publish your revised opinion. It is rare thing these days for people to actually be open to new information and publicly state their new views. For reasons that I don't understand, this is viewed as being wishy-washy or weak. In my mind, it shows maturity, intelligence, and a willingness to learn and/or create better outcomes.

Thank you for helping to build community in West Seattle.

Amy Daly-Donovan

Pathfinder Parent