I was dismissed from my Volunteer “Special Projects” position at ParentsofPinnacle.ORG for challenging the status quo.
Not because I caused harm. Not because I failed in my duties.
But because I dared to encourage students to think for themselves.
As a parent, volunteer, and top-performing student in my own college program of Maricopa.edu, I proposed something simple and powerful:
Let the students in school clubs build their own websites, instead of having their parents do it for them.
I had just earned an A+ on this very concept—a project rooted in digital literacy, responsibility, and authentic student expression.
But instead of support, I received punishment.
Because I didn’t want to be a part of their club.
Because I stood up for student ownership, not adult control.
Because I believed in teaching the next generation how to build, not follow.
My dismissal wasn’t about misconduct. It was about control.
I was removed for being effective, honest, and independent—three things that make institutions nervous when they favor politics over progress.
