The day-to-day operations of Loudoun County's public schools is the responsibility of the Superintendent. He decided not to broadcast the President's webcast live because it would interfere with the first day of the school year. His decision wasn't politically based and I support it.
Here is the e-mail that the Deputy Superintendent for Instruction sent to principals:
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Dear All:
We have been made aware of the letter sent to all school principals from Secretary Arne Duncan announcing President Obama's speech to school children on September 8, 2009. Because this is the first day of school we know that you already have a full day planned for your students and staff. Dr. Hatrick is not expecting you to share President Obama's speech with students at the live broadcast time on that day. Since this is a webcast, principals or teachers may elect to retrieve the speech at a later time and with the preparation or related activities appropriate for students at your school level.
Please carry out your routine activities on the first day of school. Thanks for your cooperation. Call me if you have questions.
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