The candidate whose signs bear this symbol previously campaigned as a “conservative mom.” While the U.S. certainly allows for anyone to have their own political and religious views, this candidate’s rhetoric presents serious issues for a school board position, since school boards are supposed to be nonpartisan entities and there is a separation between church and religious belief from public schools. 

If one wants religious oversight of education, there are many options, including homeschooling and private schools. However, public schools should not be places of religious indoctrination. Perhaps this candidate should seek to be a board member of one of the local private schools rather than bring her “conservative, Christian mom” views to a position that would affect children other than her own. 

Jessica Cory

Sylva