The Wizard of Plainfield

The saga continues and the leadership in PPS continues to remain silent. In a recent interview with David Matthau [101.5] Steve Gallon stated, "I'm not analyzing the positions that they're applying for- they have to make a determination at the district level, and at the state level for what the qualifications are…if we allow 2, 5,10, 25 individuals to be an albatross on this district from doing the work we have to do - then we are all complicit in this!" The superintendent refuses to address the needs of the community who are upset with his irrational behavior and disrespectful tenor usually directed at anyone who poses a question or seems to challenge him. There is a widening disconnect between the CSA and the community he is charged to serve which illustrates his lack of communicative acumen necessary to move the school district beyond the initiatives in place prior to his arrival. In the face of dire fiduciary challenges there has been no discussion between the superintendent and the stakeholders as to the most effective manner to lead the school district. In fact, Steve Gallon misread the sophistication of the community and arrogantly applied a "business model" to an educational challenge. We are not constructing students on an assembly line and the fact of the matter is that our responsibility is to create an inquiry based environment that supports the educational pursuits of children. The CSA has completely debased the community which he has been hired to serve through his irresponsible ramblings and ill-timed temper tantrums. His analysis of the motives of the community in this matter is disingenuous because there are more than "a handful of people" demanding accountability from the Chief School Administrator.

Steve Gallon has remained steadfast in his intimidating and vindictive management style which has led to the poor image of the school district being cast throughout the state and there is little indication that he plans to change. While state officials seem stymied a NJ radio station, 101.5, has hammered away at state officials in an attempt to intervene and put an end to the malarkey. The CSA, Steve Gallon has demonstrated irresponsible fiscal responsibility and must be held accountable for his underhanded dealings with certification issues and duplicitous hiring practices. The maelstrom is fueled by inept board members who are also complicit in this charade which is indicated in the comments of board member, Mr. Martin Cox , who recently affirmed in a public debate, "I remain a supporter of Dr. Gallon." The web of deceit that is being spun by Gallon and the Gang of 5 threatens to drag the school community through an extended public nightmare in which the needs of the students seem to have no advocates. Pay no attention to the man behind the curtain because the time has come for all people to refocus and demand that the needs of the students receive immediate attention. Until then , "we are off to see the wizard...the shameful wizard of PPS.

Plainfield residents want a change....

http://www.nj1015.com/Plainfield-Residents-Want-to-Dump-School-Superinte/6757974

Steve Gallon behind the curtain...
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YWyCCJ6B2WE