"Waiting for Superman" Screening & Panel a Super Success

 With the current state of the national education system under the microscope and administrators fighting for much needed change, we joined forces with the Vail Symposium to bring Davis Guggenheim's critically acclaimed film, “Waiting For Superman,” to Beaver Creek last Wednesday for a special free screening at the Vilar Performing Arts Center. In addition to the film the evening included an in-depth panel discussion following the screening, featuring nationally recognized education experts.

Steve Barr, a panelist for the evening and Founder of Green Dot Public Schools, started the discussion following the film by saying, “Do you guys not have Netflix here? Because it is incredible how many people came out here on a Wednesday evening to see this film. It really says something about your community.” Not only was the Vilar Center a packed house for the film, but many of the spectators stayed for the panel discussion until just before 10pm.

Coupling this captivating film with an exceptional panel left people with a sense of urgency to help our education system. Senator Michael Johnston, a panelist and Vail native, articulated statistics at the state and county level, which gave the audience the opportunity to relate the topics discussed in the movie back to our local issues. Many teachers and parents in the room expressed concern with the recent budget cut, but still conveyed gratitude for the Eagle County School District. Overall, the event was eye-opening and should inspire the Eagle County community to stay engaged in our local education system.
- Lindsey

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