Opinion: Cutting Restorative Justice at the High School Fits a Pattern: Maintaining White Control as Opposed to Valuing Diversity
In spite of Amherst Regional School’s clear statements in support of racial justice and diversity,...
Michael Burkart
Amherst, A Rental Market of over $100 Million Dollars a Year?
During the 32 years we have lived in town, I have seen public conversations take...
Opinion: Amherst School Officials Continue to Fail
The announcement that the Title IX report will not be openly shared continues a pattern...
Indy Rewind: Opinion: Toward a Better Understanding of Official Fragility in Amherst
Indy Rewind: The following column by Michael Burkart first appeared in the Indy on September...
Opinion: Getting Beyond The Either/Or Dilemma
I have followed the proceedings of the Amherst School Committee for over 25 years. One...
Letter: Town’s Disbursement Of ARPA Funds Was Inequitable
The following letter was sent to the Amherst Town Council on June 26, 2023 Back...
Letter: School Leaders Fail To Protect Students From Harm
The following letter was sent to the Amherst School Committee on May 10, 2023. The...
Public Comment: Jennifer Shiao Commended For Calling Attention To Synthetic Turf Risks
The following public comment was submitted in writing to the School Committee for their meeting...