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| Written by Doug Carder and Brian McCauley | |||
| Thursday, 29 January 2009 13:19 | |||
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Broadmoor Elementary School Principal Deborah Blancarte will remain on the job pending the outcome of the felony drug charges she faces, Louisburg USD 416 Superintendent Rick Doll said Monday. Blancarte was scheduled to appear in Miami County District Court for a preliminary hearing next week on felony drug charges, but Miami County Attorney Dave Miller said Tuesday the hearing has been put on hold while plea negotiations take place. He said he still expects there to be a court appearance on Feb. 3, but it likely will not be a preliminary hearing. Blancarte is charged with possessing the pain killer hydrocodone and attempting to possess the drug between Aug. 1 and Oct. 1, 2008. Blancarte allegedly attempted to unlawfully refill a hydrocodone prescription but failed, according to court documents. Both drug charges, which were filed Dec. 1, are punishable by 10 to 42 months in a state prison and a fine not to exceed $100,000. Several district parents with children in the school have expressed displeasure that Blancarte continues to hold her position. Doll said he could not comment further because it is a personnel matter.
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What would happen to a student in this same situation? What kind of example do we want to set for our students? What kind of leadership do you want in our education system? Where are our priorities? I'm not saying that I don't feel for the administrator, there are clearly personal issues that she is going through and I am certainly thinking of her....but there is a whole building full of children who are probably very confused by what they are hearing...and by what they are watching the adults do. Let's set some good examples and do the right thing.
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January 28, 2009
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Let her be.... Is that what you would say if it were a student? I don't think so! We should be setting a good example for our children. Letting Blancarte stay in the school pending the outcome is not the example that I want set for my child. She should be suspended pending the outcome. She has been charged with TWO FELONIES!!!! That should not be taken lightly. I understand that she is innocent until proven guilty, but appearently there was enough information and proof to have charged her.
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January 28, 2009
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has anyone ever thought that she may need HELP instead of putting her down.some community your are
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January 28, 2009
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I think it's a no-brainer that she needs help. That isn't the issue. The issues are the safety of our children and the messages the Board of Ed and the Superintendent are sending to them (and the entire community) by allowing her to continue on the job as if nothing has happened.
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January 28, 2009
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Of course she might need HELP..but being in the school..working..isn't helping anyone...if she isn't out getting help herself what are we supposed to do about that. People keep trying to make it out like we are out to get her...we just want her to be on leave to get the help she might need. Plain and simple.
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January 28, 2009
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The Superintendent cannot comment because it's a personal manner??? Yeah, it's personal and it affects every student and parent of a student at the school. If she needs help, fine, suspend her until the trial is over and she gets the help. My child goes to this school and I am mortified that she is still on the job. She is the example to whom everyone in that school looks for guidance and leadership. I hold Mr. Doll personally responsible henceforth until or unless this manner is resolved!!!
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January 28, 2009
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Dr Doll stated it was a "personnel matter" not a "personal matter".Two very different meanings. However, it would be in the best interest of the children for Mrs Blancarte to take a leave until she deals with the situation.
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January 28, 2009
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I agree that she needs help.....but our children shouldn't have to suffer through while she puts her life back together. Whatever happens in this situation is going to affect more than her life....our children are developing their sense of what is right and what is wrong and they will learn a lesson from this situation - will it be the right lesson?
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January 28, 2009
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I am very disappointed in how this has been handled. I agree with "innocent until proven guilty" but she is working with our children. She should be put on administrative leave with pay until a verdict is reached. Many of the kids and even high schoolers are aware of what is going on and making comments that the principal is on drugs and she is STILL the principal! This does not look good for our school district at all to allow her to remain at the school. Some action needs to be taken.
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January 28, 2009
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First of all 'our children' are in the care of their teacher most of the day. If they are not with their homeroom teacher then they are with a specials teacher i.e. music, art, P.E. etc. There is no class that Mrs. Blancarte is teaching so the children if they see her at all would only be seeing her fleetingly at best when she would be talking to a teacher in the hall, classroom, lunch area etc. I would doubt that she could damage them by smiling and saying hello to the children. There are approx. 20 teachers, Para's, aides, cooks, secretaries and janitors in the building the children are safe.
Second she's human. People make mistakes. She took a prescription drug to alleviate her pain. It worked and she wanted more. I'm sure all of you try to alleviate your pain too. I certainly do not like pain and will take something for it. I have not had pain that Tylenol or Advil will not help. I have never been in excruciating pain, but would hope I could get relief from it if I had it. She made a mistake. Give her a break. 11
January 28, 2009
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I am a student a B.E.s she is the best ever and she is not on drugs OK OK. she doe's talk to teachers in the hall way.To make the school a better place...... Debbie is the best.............. she will be our principal .. SHE DOE"S NOT NEED HELP
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January 28, 2009
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The issue at hand is not whether or not Blancarte is human and/or has a problem and/or made a simple mistake. Blancarte was arrested for committing a felony. She should be placed on administrative leave until all of the details get ironed out. The school board needs to step up and place her on administrative leave.....that is not saying she is guilty or innocent. But it is in the best interest of the students, staff and even Blancarte herself to have her placed on leave for the time being. CALL YOUR SCHOOL BOARD and state that Blancarte needs to be placed on administrative leave. Re. the statement that she made a mistake and we should give her a break.....A mistake??? She didn't accidentally double park, she committed a FELONY....no, we should not give her a break. She should be held accountable for her actions.
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January 28, 2009
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Yes, she made a mistake. It is extremely easy to get addicted to pain meds. I think she needs to be in a drug rehab program. Dont kid yourselves, being addicted to prescription drugs is no different than being addicted to crack. Having been in the medical field for the past 25 years, I know it is extremely difficult, if not impossible, to stop any drug without help. Keeping her on the job is doing NOTHING for her. I seriously doubt she would be there if she had shown up drunk! Just because you cant see or smell the problem doesnt mean it isnt there.
My problem is not with her. Its with DR. DOLL and the SCHOOL BOARD!! If they actually knew about this problem and did not force her into a program, they ALL NEED TO GO!!! To bad they all arent up for re-election!!! 14
January 28, 2009
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I am sooo disappointed in the community at large. For those of you who profess to be such a "WONDERFUL CHRISTIANS"....( and yes I too attend church) why are you casting the first stone!??? I admire Dr. Doll for standing by her and letting the justice system do its job! By the way I do have children in the school system and would back Mrs. Blancarte before I would MANY others!!!!!!! Step back and take a look and as my Mama always told me if you have nothing nice to say keep your mouth shut!!!!!!!!!!!!
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January 28, 2009
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Get rid of the real problem, our superintendent and school board members, whom apparently knew of this problem and did NOTHING to help her and protect our children. She needs professional help and they need to loose their jobs!!!
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January 28, 2009
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How dare anyone stands up for this principal! Mrs. Blancarte took an oath when she became principal to oversee and protect our children. Where are our priorities? What kind of message are we sending to our children? I can't believe Dr. Doll is calling this a "Personnel Matter." When our tax dollars are paying for Blancarte's salary, this no longer is a "personnel matter," it is a "personal matter!" My child attends BES and I am disgusted at the way this is being handled by Dr. Doll and the School Board. What happened to the "Zero Drug Tolerance Rule?" Does this rule only apply to students? I know Blancarte has not been convicted of anything as of yet, but just knowing what charges have been brought against her should send a red flag. The School Board and our Superintendent's main concern now should be our children; to allow her to be over our children until she plea bargains is appauling. If she is plea bargaining, there is substantial evidence there. They should at least suspend her while the investigation is taking place. I totally agree with the comment above: if this were a student in the same circumstance, the same scenerio would not be played out. The "Zero Tolerance Drug Rule" would be enforced. The student would be suspended on the spot and more than likely arrested and expelled from school grounds. What is so special about this principal that she is allowed to break all the rules? Why was this matter not brought to the parents attention earlier? How sad to hear about your child's principal on the local news. The School Board should have held a forum informing us about the situation at hand. I would like to know what the Board of Education and the Teachers Union policies and standards are concerning this matter?
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January 28, 2009
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This is not a misdemeanor (DUI etc) this is a felony.
I cannot believe that she is a least not suspended with pay pending the outcome of this case. Even if she is offered a plea bargain she should not be the principal or a teacher over students. Usually forging a RX is just the tip of the iceburg with a person on drugs. 18
January 28, 2009
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I am praying for Mrs Blancarte. She must be going through absolute hell. Yes-maybe she did screw up, but is anyone on this board perfect? People are acting like she is some kind of serial killer. How sad.
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January 28, 2009
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DOLL and the board needs to grow some balls. Personal issue my @@@. This woman has a real problem. I feel for her. But at 80K a year, our kids need better. A leave of absence at the very least is needed. Get her some help and deal with the situation and quit hiding. My child or yours would not be given the same consideration. Prescription abuse is still abuse. Deal with it!!!!
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January 28, 2009
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I can honestly say I am embarassed to live in this town. I have a student @ BES and I am outraged that Mrs Blancarte was not put on administrative leave until this situation was resolved. I work in psychiatric nursing and I take care of people with substance abuse (legal and illegal) on a daily basis. My heart goes out to people with addictions. But the fact of the matter is, when you are addicted you have poor judgement and make poor choices. I tell my kids everyday that you must hold yourself accountable for your behavior. Soooo first of all why isn't Mrs. Blancarte realizing that she made poor choices and step down for the good of the students and the good of the city of Louisburg. Second if she did not step down why didn't school board and Superintendent do the right thing by our children and put her on administrative leave. So you are telling me...my son can take soemone else's prescribed drugs, be impaired and still attend BES with no actions being taken against him. That is great! THANKS to Mrs. Blancarte, school board and Superintendent for allowing me to have to explain to my son why Mrs. Blancarte is still employed as a mentor despite possibly being addicted to a legal drug and breaking the law!!!!
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January 29, 2009
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If she is plea bargaining, then she is admitting to some guilt. Get her out of there and get her some help for addictions!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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January 29, 2009
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Louisburg's superintendent and school board members need to loose their jobs!!! This will be a good time to run against any open school board seats!! Everyone i've talked to wants everyone gone and i for one agree!
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January 29, 2009
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I agree that she should get some help and I really hope for the best for her.
I don't feel that she should be in the position at the school until everything has been settled. I think this sets a poor example for ALL students in Louisburg. I just feel like I am reading something that would happen in KC. We have been here for 3 yrs and I was naive to the small town life. 24
January 29, 2009
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It seems like almost everyone agrees that she needs help with her addiction and should not be working in the school. Why doesnt our superintendent and school board listen???? My opinion is that we elected the board and our tax dollars pay the superintendents salary (not to mention hers) so I think we as parents need to elect people that will listen and pay someone that can lead by example, which is obviously not what we have now. These people need to GO!! What a poor example we are giving our children. "Oh, its ok to take prescription drugs to excess if your an adult but just not as a child!" Thats just great. Way to go Louisburg
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January 29, 2009
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Please make phone calls to the Board Members and Dr. Doll if you want to try a make a change in this situation.
Dr. Doll 837-1710 School Board 837-1700. 27
January 29, 2009
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This is Trisha Stone, and I just want to say it's quite interesting how all of you can make comments about Debbie Blancarte whether they be good or bad and yet, you dont let your name be known. I would have to say those of you who talk ill of someone and choose to remain annonymous are cowards.
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January 29, 2009
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For those of you saying "leave her alone", a few things;
First of all, it's too late for that, the "genie is out of the bottle". My wife spoke to Mr. Doll at length yesterday and he as much said, he was hoping this would not be publicized. In other words, he has known about this, probably since it first happened at the beginning of the school year. That is when she should have gracefully taken a leave of absence or he should have put her on it. Secondly, my child goes to the school and many of the children are aware of what's happening. This has to be a distraction to a child. Third, Mr. Doll also advised my wife that he was aware of some performance issues she had. We will probably never know if these issues were related to the drugs or if Mr. Doll knew about the allegations at the same time he knew about the performance issues, but my feeling is that he did. Regardless of when he found out about what, it would not require a tremondous amount of thought to put the two together. With the feedback I've read and heard in town, I am completely baffled at why she is still there today! Finally, go to USD416.org and click on the "for parents" tab. One of the very first items on that page says "Parenting Tips-Substance Abuse". So what is the message I am to expect my children to receive? It's OK to do drugs if you're in charge? It's OK to do drugs if you used to have a prescription? Does that mean it's OK to drive with an expired license? It's OK to perform medicine if you've lost your license? I really don't think the "leave her alones" are getting it. It has much less to do with the drugs than with the way the entire incident has been handled. 29
January 29, 2009
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Jut throwing two things out there...
1. This is pretty big news - why isn't there more info in the story? Did I miss a previous article? 2. Could it be an innocent mistake? Go get a refill didn't realize there wasn't any left or it was out of date? Or was she hitting several pharmacies? 30
January 29, 2009
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To the person above:
1. The newspaper has apoligized for not reporting on the story when it first should have. (Not that they should be the ones apoligizing for not reporting the problem to the community). 2. Going to get a refill with none left or out of date is not illegal. Pharmacies don't call authorities for that, they call the physican. 31
January 29, 2009
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It's a shame a kid gets ISS for one day & cant do sports for 3 weeks for a little chew & she is still working. Give me a break everyone chews from all the other kids to the teachers & staff.
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January 29, 2009
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I have lived in Louisburg for 20+ years. I am an LHS graduate. I am really enjoying all of the, "if this were a student or if this were a teacher...this would not be swept under the rug, blah, blah, blah" WHATEVER!!! We have had many instances in the past that have involved students who weren't even slapped on the hand for their behavior. We have had teachers having sex with one another and they are still in their positions as "role models" for our children.
There is not one child at BES who is in danger because of Mrs. Blancarte! The biggest danger to our children is the gossip and trash talk they are hearing everywhere they go. You can't go anywhere in this town without hearing something about what is going on. Everyone needs to mind their own business and pray that this all works out for everyone involved. Also, I applaud Trisha Stone for giving her name! It is so easy for everyone to say mean hurtful things when they don't have to give their name, just like going on the news and being interviewed without showing your face. You should always remember though, that children aren't good secret keepers! It is really exciting to go to school and tell everyone that our mom was on the news! 33
January 29, 2009
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It's very easy to give your name when you are not commenting on the case and do not have children in the elementary school. My children's education and welfare is my business.
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January 29, 2009
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I worked with Debbie in KCK. I found her to be very organized, professional, and child centered. I feel something had to be very wrong in her life to make a poor decision. I pray for her family to have the strength that they will need in the next several weeks.
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January 29, 2009
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This is to the Blancarte family. There are alot of people praying for you all. We all hope your family will heal from this mess sooner than later. Hang in there and please get some outside help. The sun will shine on you again but you have to take the steps to get better. Leave it to God, he will help you. Be strong!! God Bless.
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January 29, 2009
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I have a child at BES. At first I was madd and shocked at what I was hearing on the 10:00 news. I could NOT believe what I was hearing. We also called Dr. Doll right away to get an answer on what was going on. It just made it worse because there was really nothing comforting in his reply. We went into "what the hell is going on" attitude. All we know is that our childs principal is being charged with 2 felonys and she is still at school and nobody knew anything about it. I can see why everyone is getting fired up about this because of the way it is all being handled. It has really gotten ugly, but now I would like everyone to pray for this broken family. Please find some peace in your hearts and offer your prayers to God on this issue. After looking at this web site it sounds like this family is really struggling. I don't think she should be at the school right now either but remember God loves her the same as you.
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January 29, 2009
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Commenting on the above note stating that they could believe that this could happen in Kansas City but not here. Has anyone stopped to think that Debbie was in Kansas City for several years, maybe she is running from this "mistake" she so calls it. Yes, she may need help but not on or during my child's education time and dollars!!
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January 29, 2009
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"Let he who is without sin, cast the first stone." While I am upset by this situation, we do not know the details of the case, nor should we have until the court had decided guilt or innocence. We are all still considered innocent until proven guilty! We do not know if Dr. Doll and the board are requiring random drug testing in order for her to keep her job. We do not know if Mrs. Blancarte is already receiving help and we do not know how bad or long her perceived problem had been going on. We do know, there has always been two sets of rules in this town and it just depends whom you are connected to.
This is no secret! You say you have midwestern christian values but where do some of you keep them? Now that this has hit the fan, Mrs. Blancarte should be placed on paid administrative leave pending the outcome of the case. Dr. Doll and the school board should explain their reasoning for keeping her there originally. This would help restore some faith in them. Most importantly, we know Mrs. Blancarte lives here with her children..........we've played with them in sporting events. Would you want to be treated like this and have your kids subjected to this? I am praying for her and her family. If she has a problem, I hope she is getting the help she needs. I am sorry her personal hell, has become this town's delectable feast. 39
January 29, 2009
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TO all you people saying nasty things,,you say you have children in the school ? when they get older and do some thing stupid are you going to say nasty and hurtfull things to YOUR child would you want your childs mistakes in the paper and spread all over louisburg with people talking about you Every one goes through a bad part of
there life,(I SUPPOSE YOUR LIFE IS SO DARN PERFECT)some things just get out of hand and different people handle things different to other people.DONT be to quick to judge some one by there mistakes, Take a look at the people you live next to or work with, What if your best friend came to YOU for HELP, would you just walk away ???? or help ?????? IDONT have children at school neither do i live in louisburg and NO i dont like drugs but come on give the lady a break dont you think she is HURTING ENOUGH with out all you bitching about her.Get a life and leave her alone,She will get her punishment and i hope she will get through it ok.GIVE HER A CHANCE ????? 40
January 29, 2009
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This is for the Family....I dont know you but i feel for you,sometimes life is hard to get through and yes every one makes mistakes.Please get some help. Maybe you should make a statement to the newspaper just you and who ever behind closed doors,explane what happend in your words.
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January 29, 2009
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This is crazy, really? I understand that some people feel bad for her, we all do for that matter. But to defend her like this is absolutely crazy, I wont applaud some one because they gave out their name. Good on anyone who wants to do that but lets all ask ourselves this. Where were you when Johnny potsmoker got kicked out of school because they found weed in his car or locker? There is no difference, well there is one small difference hers was a felony. Why try to be a hero now, no one sticks up for our students when they make a "mistake". Every one labels that student as a bad kid, and they hardly ever get a second chance. You can say you went to school here but I can tell you that not much gets swept "under the rug" these days. Dr. Lunblad does a good job making sure that her students are following the rules, and if they dont they pay for their actions. So why should there be a difference here? Listen Mrs Blancarte we all feel bad for you, and no people should not be trying to run you out of town or put you down right now. But honestly some time away is due, and probably some professional help. No one in this town is perfect, most are far from it but we all need to teach our youth that mistakes like this do not go unpunished. Set the example, rather than have an example made out of you. I will continue to pray for Mrs Blancarte and wish her the best.
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January 30, 2009
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To have character, you must admit your faults whether they be small or big and have the courage to change to be a better person. Part of the problem with having an addiction is you are in denial about having an addiction. I pray that God will give her strength to get help and friend and family will support her through this rough time.
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January 30, 2009
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I find this very interesting. Apparently this town has nothing better to do then GOSSIP. Just like the Frank Kelly ordeal...TALK TRASH ALL DAY LONG. It is NOT your place to judge someone, god loves everyone the same. If you're judging her then it doesn't make you a good person on your terms. We all have done something in the past that we may not be proud of to admit, but ya know what, we still did it anyways! Parents, I'm sure you have done things that you are ashamed of!!! I have pills for my back, am I the bad guy too?! No. For you parents who are "worried" for your children, GROW UP AND SMELL THE COFFEE! You have nothing to be worried about...if this has happened before and nothing has happened, then the same outcome will occur, NOTHING. You are just looking for something to talk about with your Gossip ladies.
Nice Day LHS SENIOR!  44
January 30, 2009
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To the LHS Senior. I find it quite amusing that you are telling PARENTS to grow up. Some day when you have children of your own, you'll see things is a different light. No one on this message board is actually out to get Blancarte. They just want her out of the school while the case is pending and receiving the help that she needs. We have a right as parents to hold Dr. Doll and Blancarte accountable for what they are or in this case are not teaching OUR childern. (Including YOU.
Have a nice day. Your Elder 45
January 30, 2009
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Gosh I wish I was a senior again and knew everything!!! I am glad that I care about the welfare of my child and just want the best for my child. Ignorance is such a downfall. The senior won't get it until she has experienced life and children. Such a pity. Same outcomes do not happen for same situations. Isn't that comical a senior telling parents who have children to grow up? Having children is the best way to grow up. You learn soooo much.
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January 30, 2009
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WOW!! Is all I have to say! I am so glad I dont live in Louisburg... or for that matter anywhere close to Louisburg ANYMORE!! The only thing people in Louisburg can do is talk trash on other people and start rumors becuase the people in louisburg are just as trashy as the stuff they are saying! Grow up!! K? You are all acting like your so much better than Mrs.Blancarte... well let me tell you, your NOT!! Everyone makes mistakes... but I forgot im sure your a perfect person, I forgot! So for all you people that have nothing better to talk about, go ahead and keep talking shit whether it's about the school, or the city, or even someone that used to be your friend!
Have a wonderful day and maybe someday a few of you will grow up and get the hell out of louisburg and quit talking trash! 47
January 30, 2009
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When you drive to a pharmacy with another person's prescription in hand with intent to fill it, you've made a choice. Not a mistake. Its called a FELONY and not a mistake. I'm amused by all the people who seem to think this is a personal attack on a martyr...this is a woman who holds a public position that oversees the education of children. My child attends that school and has heard all the "say no to drugs" speaches that Blancarte has made. When she's arrested on TWO FELONY counts it hurts my child. Do as I say and not as I do are words I don't want my child to live by. I doubt that its a question of personal injury that anyone is debating---but to hear the highest authority in the school (the person with decisions regarding punishment) talking out of both sides of her mouth is damaging. I feel sorry for people who lose their jobs, can't feed their children and face illness. I don't feel sorry for those who willing commit a crime and then hide behind all the Dora Do-gooders who are willing overlook something as small as a FELONY! Blancarte should have been placed on paid leave last year when this occurred and should have been allowed to return only when the case was overturned. If she is convicted of a felony, then she shouldn't be allowed to return. Sorry to disappoint some you folks out there--this is America and you don't get to choose the felons you like over those you don't. A CRIME WAS COMMITTED. Its not a personal or personnel issue any longer.
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January 30, 2009
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Remember, you are not perfect either. Your turn is coming. It may not be in the same form, but your turn is coming. When your friends, neighbors etc. turn on you, just remember how pleasant, loving, kind and christian like you are being to Mrs. Blancarte. I have a child in that school too. I have no doubt what so ever that he is being well cared for and very well educated. Grow up people and get a life. To the senior, you are wise beyond your years.
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January 30, 2009
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To the senior...you are wise beyond your years!
I have kids in that school too. They are completely safe and are receive a high quality, top notch education. Did you people happen to read the paper when it published the Louisburg USD 416 state assessment scores? I don't recall people writing into the paper with this kind of fervor praising the teachers, Dr. Doll or the school board for raising the standards and giving our kids this high quality education. Come on isn't that where we should be focusing our energies. Stop looking to ruin, humiliate, and gossip and let the school board and Dr. Doll do their jobs. As far as I can tell the test scores tell the story. As for Mrs. Blancarte, let her have her day in court before you try, convict and execute her. You would want the same if it was you or your loved one. There are always two sides to the story and I'm not sure we know either one yet. 50
January 31, 2009
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Most of you are so worried about the children, and here you all are going out and gossiping about all of this. Do you not think that kids hear everything? Your making it worse by going around and talking about it. Mrs. Blancarte is human, and that does mean she will make mistakes. I'm pretty sure that all of you have made some pretty horrible mistakes in your life as well. She doesn't need all of you talking about her right now, she needs everyone to be behind her so she can get through this. As I was reading through some of these comments all I could think, was here we have a mom who has made a mistake, and everyone is just tearing her up, but did anyone go this far when we had a teacher break up her family so she could she sleep with a co worker??? Come on people this happens so much in our community. If you want to keep your kids safe you can keep your mouths shut, and let Mrs. Blancarte deal with her situation.
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January 31, 2009
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I am just completely disgusted with everything I have read! I love living in Louisburg, but this is the very one thing I hate a/b living here. Everyone has to talk trash a/b each other or not include the "outsider" You all do not know what Debbie Blancarte is going through & need to be A LOT more supportive towards her as a HUMAN BEING. We are all God's children! We make mistakes & learn from them. You all have crucified her without there even being a trial yet. You don't know what she is feeling & going through unless you have been there yourself, or a family member has been there. I have been there, when it was my dad & I was a senior in high school many years ago....the newspapers, the media, the TV news, etc. & it completely sucks!!! You guys need to put aside your feelings towards her, & think of her poor children that are dealing with this. I have a daughter at BES & I also work for the school district, & there is nothing that I need to worry a/b, nor need to worry a/b. All our kids are in GREAT hands, including Debbie's. I trust her completely with our kids, even under the current situation.
Debbie, if you do read this, I just want you to know that I am praying for you & your family. I am thinking a/b you & hope that everything turns out in a positive way for you! I will never judge you b/c I am no one to judge you. Only God can judge us. In the meantime, know that you do have people who genuinely care a/b you & your family. We will continue to support you, pray for you, & be here for you. Keep smiling! :-) May God bless you & your family. And to those that have made comments on here, may God bless you all as well! 52
January 31, 2009
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Discussing factual incidents (hello--police reports) is not TRASH TALK! I wonder if all the people who immediately say that its un-Christian to say anything about this case would open their so very religious mouths about a supposed-felon that they didn't know, or would welcome one to watch over their children. Its not a mistake when you take someone else's prescription with intent to fill it--its called a FELONY. And whether you folks want to believe it or not, its the exact same thing as buying crack. A Felony! Its interesting that she was also charged with intent to sell...does that make her a good person? Is she still good if she's selling it to YOUR KID? Is she still above the law because you happen to like her? And if she's driving your kid to Applebees for a reading reward, and crashes while under the influence, is she still a good person? What you need to remember is that the woman obviously has an addiction and needs help. But while she gets it, its not in the best interests of the schoolkids, teachers, parents, community, etc to have her still in her office. She could easily have been placed on paid leave of abscence until the whole thing was decided in court. But you folks just want it pushed under the rug because she's good and you like her. Wow. Is this the twilight zone? As for Blancarte's children--I'm sorry that the publicity hurts them, but that is their mother's fault and not mine. I didn't choose to break the law, nor did I encourage her to do so. Unfortunately, her actions are now doubly harming her family and its up to her to fix it. If you are arrested for a felony, then the choice you made to commit the crime is your own. Its got nothing to do with the community's ability for compassion.
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January 31, 2009
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Wow. I just read all the comments and I really do not see that everyone is Trashing Mrs. Blancarte, but I feel all the parents have legitiment concerns.
I truly believe innocent until proven guilty. I also know people who are not guilty will take pleas. This is to stop the ugliness that includes all the hurt for their families when there is a trial. So don't think for a minute that she is guilty (of what you have no idea what the real story is), just because there is a plea deal. I also believe the Supertindent and the School Board failed in placing Mrs. Blancarte on administrative paid leave. Placing her on leave is not admitting you believe she is guilty. It just means because of the seriousiness of the charge, and because of the NO DRUG TOLENENCE, that it is providing that we adults "Walk The TALK". I do not feel that the Supertendent or the School should lose their jobs over their choice NOT to place her on leave. They have done a great job & one bad decision on their part should not be the factor on their jobs.. But I feel they should step up to the plate and acknowledge their mistake and place her on leave. If this had been a policeman, judge, they would have already been on leave pending the investigation. I truly am not trashing Mrs. Blancarte and I truly pray that NO ONE is giving her family grief because of this. May God help our community and keep us strong. 54
January 31, 2009
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There are 2-sides to every story. We are always quick to talk & report about all the negative, but what about all the positive? I believe that our school district is one of the best in the state, when it comes to our children's education. I think the test scores speak for themselves! Let's stop all this negativity & focus on the wonderful education that our kids are receiving. We owe that to the teachers, PRINCIPALS, & staff members. That is what it is truly about people!
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January 31, 2009
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Keep in mind folks, that when someone is arrested for a felony that is NOT trash talking. Also, when Blancarte took a high profile position in a small community she knew her actions would be analyzed by parents and community members. Blancarte has NOT been a good principal. She has demonstrated time and again her inability to take charge of a situation and she lacks organizational skills which are a paramount for a principal to possess. Her effectiveness as a principal was in a question long before she was arrested for a felony. Shame on the school board for extending her contract an additional year and for not being proactive in this situation. We need a new principal and a NEW SCHOOL BOARD.
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January 31, 2009
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Why is everyone so quick to judge? She has been charged, not convicted. I do not have children in Louisburg schools so I cannot comment from that stand point. I grew up in Louisburg...it is VERY SAD to read some of the comments...Louisburg thrives on gossip and making someone's life miserable. If Louisburg residents did not have gossip, you would not make it day to day. Yes, she is being charged with 2 felonies HOWEVER she has NOT been convicted. We all make mistakes, that is how we learn.
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February 01, 2009
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Yes, to the comment above, a lot of Louisburg residents trive on gossip & making people go through a living hell! What's the saying? "Keep your friends close & your enemies closer" With friends like the ones that live in Louisburg, who the hell needs enemies? Its like a feeding frenzy for everyone that Mrs Blancarte has been charged with a felony. Be a human being a have a heart for the woman & her family! Would you all act the same way if the shoe was on the other foot?>
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February 01, 2009
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If the shoe were on the other foot, I would have asked the superintendent and the board for a personal leave instead of leaving myself open for these comments. No one is saying she should lose her job, no one is calling out for her to hang from the highest tree...what we are asking for is for everyone to think of the kids in the school first...THEY are our first priority, as they should be.
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February 01, 2009
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To the Blancarte children: There are a lot of people who are going to talk a lot of garbage about your mom, whether it is true or not. One thing you need to remember...don't ever for forget who your mother is! She loves you guys tremendously. Also remember that there are a few of us out here that genuinly care about your mother & your family. Don't ever EVER forget that!
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February 01, 2009
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Whomever praised the superintendent and school board obviously has NO CLUE what goes on! Of course the test scores are high....teachers have to "teach to the test" and get high scores from their students, or lose their jobs! The board has no idea what goes on in the schools. Their only concerns are: treating teachers and staff like second class citizens and making high test scores! We need a new board and super!! The atmosphere inside the schools is terrible! Mrs. Blancarte was doomed from day one when she walked into the elementary school! There is a group of people determined to get rid of her and make her look bad, and will go to any length to do it! Some administrator(s) and staff sabotaged almost everything she did!! She is a dedicated, hard-working, always willing to help others, and treats people with respect...that's more than I can say about other principals. Every person should be required to spend a week doing a principal or teacher(s) job. Some people in this town think they are SO much better than others. It is pitiful! For those of you who were born and raised in Lsbg, you are very cruel to people who come here from the outside (unless of course, you have money, or you have a certain name). To ALL PARENTS: QUIT TALKING TRASH ABOUT MRS. BLANCARTE AND TEACHERS!! Some of you seem to have too much time on your hands or you desperatly need a job! I think Mrs. Blancarte has been "set up" to fail!
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February 01, 2009
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Hey, I've got news for the person who said, "Kids are our first priority"...that's not the way it works in the schools anymore. It's ALL ABOUT test scores and trying to get the most money from the state and fed. govt!!! You need to learn the "real story!" Better keep an eye on the Board and Administration!!! Are you really surprised about the way they have handled this situation????
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February 01, 2009
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Mrs. Blancarte and Family,
I hope and pray that those responsible will someday get their time, too. My prayers are with you and your family. May God see you through this. Believe me, I know what tough times are like! People in this town LOVE to talk about others, especially when someone is hurting. Seems like they relish in it. Shame on small town gossipers. 64
February 01, 2009
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Get rid of the School Board and Superintendent!!!! THEY ARE THE PROBLEM!!!! Of course they don't know how to handle this situation or any other situation! I'm thrilled Doll is looking for another job! We can only hope he gets the hell out of here!
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February 01, 2009
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"Those responsible"?? Excuse me, but SHE was the one charged with the two drug felonies - no one else. You supporters are spending so much time talking about gossip. (Gossiping about gossip. Ironic, isn't it?) Did it ever occur to you that if she hadn't been arrested in the first place or if she'd chosen to quietly go on leave to resolve her problems, people wouldn't be talking about it? My heart breaks for her children. Mrs. Blancarte, however, needs to be held accountable for HER actions and choices.
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February 01, 2009
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I have had that feeling myself, that Debbie Blancarte has been "set up" to fail as well. That is the way of this town, & reading a lot of these comments, just proves my feelings to be right. What people forget is that there will be a judgement day for each & everyone of us! We are all far from perfect, & that goes for Debbie Blancarte too! No one is sweeping anything under the rug, we are just trying to be human beings & treat others as we would like to be treated......that is with repsect & niceness during the good as well as the bad.
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February 01, 2009
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All i got to say is leave her alone stop with all the gossip,you all say as a community we stick together, yeah right, IM SO GLAD I DONT LIVE IN LOUISBURG.
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February 01, 2009
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This is all mildly commical, if you are unhappy with the way people in Louisburg live their lives you have options. I would start by loading up all of your stuff into a truck and heading north up 69. The safety of the kids come first, over all the garbage of feeling sorry for Mrs. Blancarte. I will admit, the kids are not in any danger right now. But 7 years from now, what kind of impression is this going to leave on them. Are they going to justify using pills because one of their peers did? Kids have a funny way of justifying things, and if a principal can pop pills and get away with it than why cant they? No one is talking crap or what ever else it is that you people are saying. They want the best for their children, and I would be willing to bet she is not it. If she can stay we might as well open the door to anyone... maybe see if Ozzy is interested in a spot on the school board, or better yet Willie Nelson. They are both really nice guys they just use every once in awhile. Wake up people, stop fighting with each other, fight to get a principal that is a role model, who is honest, and cares more about the kids than pills. Because that is what this community deserves.
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February 01, 2009
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Even if Blancharte is not convicted in the court of law, she's already been convicted by the Louisburg community.
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February 02, 2009
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Louisburg citizens... honestly, how are the students suffering? they dont spend that much time with the principal. they might see her in the hallway or hear her over the intercom in the mornings, but they aren't spending as much time with the principal as the teachers do! i just want to make a simple statement... how many pedifiles and drug dealers do your children see when you walk around in the grocery store? several... but, you dont see the store managers getting asked to be put on leave do you? but, lets keep complaining so you get everything your way. Way to convict someone of a crime that we have yet to see the outcomes in court. way to go 416?!? NO, way to go citizens of Louisburg! Keep up the good work!
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February 02, 2009
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Hmmm...how are the students suffering??? Seriously? They see someone who is charged with 2 felony drug charges and is walking around as if nothing happened. I'm sorry, but I don't want my child to think it's ok to do drugs, street drugs or prescription drugs. This is sending such a terrible message to our kids. So for everyone saying...what danger are the kids really in? Open your eyes, this is not just gossip running thru our town...this is facts! And for those that want to talk about how terrible the citizens of Louisburg are, I don't see any bars around our town, you are free to leave.
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February 02, 2009
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I just want to let you know that you are correct there are no bars around Louisburg and thank god for that! I am so glad i got out of that hell hole! But the thing is you folks just continue talking crap on the people that left becuase YOU STILL HAVE NO LIVES!!! sorry to inform you of that but its true! I think people need to grow up and think of some other things to talk about personally
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February 02, 2009
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Why isn't the person who gave her the pills being held accountable? Wouldn't that be the same as an accessory to murder? The person who gave her the pills needs to be held responsible as well. Why is it that she "is being swept under the rug" but Mrs. Blancarte is taking all of the heat? Wouldn't the person who gave her the pills be her supplier? If this doesn't sound like a set up, then I don't know what is!!!
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February 02, 2009
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I left louisburg too, but for the post above I have a question... I have a little sister in that school and I dont want her around a druggy or junkie what every you want to call her, not a role model thats for sure. Anyways if you really honestly think that people in Louisburg have no lives, how come you check with the Herald and blog on this site? They dont have lives but still you find time in your oh so important life to get on here and run people down that have a legit reason to be upset. And for the blogger talking about pedifiles in a store, such a bad analogy. Really? I tend to think there is a difference in a store and a school. Not to often you drop your children off at a store for the day. Not to often that you count on Price Chopper being a good role model for your child. And so the fact that she sits in a office, and talks on the intercom means she shouldnt have rules, or atleast they shouldnt apply to her. They do and her being a pricipal is all the more reason she should be a positive role model. I have never seen anyone try to justify something so hard, because the kids dont see her very often? There are pedifiles at Price Chopper? Do you see how rediculus that sounds?
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February 02, 2009
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LOSERBURG thats what you need to call your PERFECT little minded town you live in.if your CHILD does not know what drugs are then its YOUR DAM FAULT.YOUR child will go through life seeing and hearing things that they arnt suppose to,.the only way the children found out is if YOU AS PARENTS COULDNT STOP THE GOSSIP IN FRONT OF THEM .after all the children DONT read the news paper do they, so stop TALKING CRAP about there principal.YOU are the PARENT ...
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February 02, 2009
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why keep something like that a secret from the community? a principle a drug additite. that is who is running a school full of little kids. when i have kids, they will never go here. so now everyone sees what kind of people is on the board of eduacation. like i said, when i have kids, they will never go here.
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February 02, 2009
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The people that have lived here all their lives are mean to the "new" people. What a joke. There are more "new" people here then the ones that lived here "all their lives".
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February 03, 2009
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To the person who called Louisburg "LOSERBURG" you do realize that we are talking about elementary kids here don't you? Why should a 9 year old know anything about hydrocodone? You do realize how ridiculous that sounds don't you?
And to the people that have left Louisburg because it's such an awful place why in the world are you spending your time reading the Louisburg Herald online? Why are you making comments about a town that you are so much better than. You are truely pathetic! Move on already like you have claimed to have done. Every patron of 416, parent & tax-payer has a RIGHT to know what is going on in our school district. No-one is saying to hang her from the highest tree, but we do have a RIGHT to have answers as to why she is still on the job & not on leave. Placing her on leave would be in the students best interest as well as Mrs. Blancarte. 79
February 03, 2009
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Agree or not, the law is the law and as educators we, yes we, are up for public scrutiny whether we like it or not. She committed multiple felonies and Rick Doll is complicant in his stand to protect her. Several years ago, a young lady, a student brought presciption drugs to school and the admnistration drug her through the entire process of blame and defamation and yet Doll has the audacity to attempt to shield this educated and supposedly dedicated senior educator! Doll and the entire school board should be brought up on charges. And those of you who cry for this over-paid and under qualified criminal need to reallign your priorities in order that we protect those who actually need our protection, the children. I for one, would not allow my child to go to that school. In fact, I have a theory that where you find one rat, there are many so maybe the entire Louisburg USD 416 needs to be considered suspect!
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February 03, 2009
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WHATEVER your all two faced and when some thing else comes around in louisburg you will all start again.So she took a few drugs so what i bet you never took any ????????? dont matter what kind you taken a drug is a drug if its a headache suppose thats ok, ITS STILL A DRUG
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February 03, 2009
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Is there any way to screen the comments so that you must at least have a GED and not currently have an active addiction? It is amazing to read the comments and see how some people will attempt to rationalize and justify their own problems and ills. To those people I say, therapy works! However, the problem persists.
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February 03, 2009
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The problem has been dealt with and Blancarte is on paid leave and intends to resign. Hope she gets the help she needs!
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February 03, 2009
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That's just messed up if they let her stay and work in the school district!!.... Even if she get help but have you ever thought she's just crazy and wants to do that stuff and drugs....And wow the boys weren't lying when they came over talking about this at the front door a couple weeks ago!!....Btw....WOULD HATE TO BE HER KIDS!
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February 03, 2009
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To the person who commented above, I would HATE to be your kid!!! I would hate to have a parent that could have that much hate towards someone! That shows a lot of maturity & respect towards others! My goodness, can't we just stop all the bad talk & learn to get a long? All you "Blancarte" haters got what you wanted, so quit while you are ahead!!!
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February 03, 2009
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You should be proud to be one of her kids, she is a great person and principal!!!
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February 04, 2009
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I agree with the above person, she is a GREAT person & principal & always be proud of your mom! People will talk, but Debbie will always be your mom! You guys have a lot of people who genuinely care & love you guys! This, too, shall pass...I promise! This will blow over & Louisburg will find something else to GOSSIP about! We love you Blancarte family!
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February 04, 2009
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I dont know the family , i wish you all the luck in the world i hope that you get through this .every one deserves a second chance in life.your mom is going to need you now more than ever.love her,hug her,tell her you need her to be strong.GOODLUCK.
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February 04, 2009
Richard Curtis: ...
I hope everything works out, the louisburg police department is a joke. I cant believe they are hitting her with a felony conviction for painkillers.
I've been through similar problems in miami county and have been marked for the last 7 years because of it. I hope she gets through this better than I did. She does not deserve a felony for this it should be a misdemeanor at most. Also to all of you from the burg leave this family alone nobody is perfect and accept that most of louisburg has some kind of addiction yet we are a functional community with very little crime. Just alot of people who can't keep their noses out of other people's business. To the family best of luck I hope for a positive outcome in this case. 90
February 13, 2009
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Richard ... Since when did you go to law school? Have you ever thought that the reason that Louisburg has such a low crime rate maybe because we have such a GOOD Police Dept.
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February 16, 2009
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the low crime rate has nothing to do with the police dept.
I'm no lawyer and I appoligize to the current police in louisburg I dont know them but I can say from experience that in the past the poice department was very corrupt. Do you remember simmons or the previous police chiefs before stewart took over? I am now a law abiding citizen and stay out of trouble in the berg. Angela don't discuss things you dont know about and I have more experience in the legal system than you would expect. I wish my name hadn't been put here I thought that was what nicknames were for. 92
March 03, 2009
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thanks for the appology for the current police officers .You are talking about police officers from at least 10 years ago.It is my understanding that the current police are very upstanding and very professional and how do you explain the low crime rate if the police are not doing there jobs.Richard how do you know what i do and dont know about ? you do not know me .
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March 17, 2009
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