David Prescott: A Fine Man and Principal

Central High School principal David Prescott made a serious mistake last week in deciding to cancel the singing of the National Anthem at the school’s pep rally.
Fortunately, the decision was quickly reversed, which was greatly welcomed by the people of Central. Central has to be one of the most patriotic cities in America, and people in Central strongly oppose NFL players who show disrespect for the American flag and our National Anthem by “taking a knee.” In Central, people believe you should stand with your hand over your heart. Period.
Since our newspapers have taken a very vocal stand against NFL players showing disrespect for the flag, we think it is important to comment on Coach Prescott.
First, there is no finer man or more patriotic individual in Central than David Prescott.
Over the years, the National Anthem has not generally been played at Central pep rallies. But last week, some students were invited to sing the National Anthem. Coach Prescott feared there would protests that could embarrass the school.
So he said no, citing safety issues.
This was a mistake, as parents made very clear, and the decision was reversed. Soon thereafter, Mr. Prescott issued a public apology. It was obviously sincere and heartfelt.
In our opinion, the case is closed.
David Prescott does an outstanding job as principal at Central High School. He constantly does things to honor our country and our values.
There is not an unpatriotic bone in his body. He’s 100 percent pro-American, and we know it hurts him to think that some people lump him with NFL players who have contempt for the flag and our country. Most people we
speak with support David Prescott.
Today, when someone makes a mistake, a lot of people automatically want to throw them under the bus. But in the case of David Prescott, most people in Central don’t feel that way at all. They want him to stay on and keep doing his job.
David Prescott is still in his prime and has a lot more to offer the people of Central. We hope he stays on and keeps doing the great job he has been doing at Central High School!
Superintendent Search. The Central Community School Board has been accepting applications for candidates to replace Supt. Mike Faulk, who is retiring Dec. 31, 2017, to become President of the Louisiana Association of School Superintendents.
Now there is a movement promoting West Baton Rouge Parish Supt. Wes Watts for the job. This movement has begun even before anyone knows who the candidates for superintendent are, as though no one could possibly be better.
We’ve been down this road before and know for a fact that it is the wrong road. Ten years ago, this newspaper strongly supported Ronnie Devall for superintendent, without even knowing who had applied. However, the school board wisely decided to actually interview the candidates. In the end, the board voted to hire Mike Faulk as superintendent. Ten years later, it is clear the school board chose the right man.
Today, with the benefit of hindsight, we can see how foolish we were to assume that because we knew and liked someone that they were the best person for the job. None of us should be lobbying for a candidate. We should let the board elected by the people interview the candidates fully in public and in private and do their job by hiring the very best one.

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