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To Fashion Enlightenment (Tag Hyrushi, Holloway)

Posted Dec. 9, 2021, 10:11 p.m. by Civilian Karina Enger (Director of Education) (Jennifer Ward)

Posted by Civilian Kenzo B’tren-Hyrushi (Governor) in To Fashion Enlightenment (Tag Hyrushi, Holloway)

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“No. We will not be pursuing that line, Director. While the Academy is a highly-regarded institute of higher learning, we will not be giving them any kind of say over how this colony addresses education… nor will we be providing them a platform for their propagating own agenda.” The Governor’s tone held a slightly sharper edge to it than normal, but his face remained passive as he read the last of the report and set the PaDD aside. Looking up, he said “Now that is not to say that we will not welcome Academy faculty as guests or asking them to lecture. That is fine. BUt under no circumstances are we going to dedicate or reserve any kind of infrastructure for their permanent use. Star Fleet has a large enough presence here… I will not expand on that in the foreseeable future. Is that going to be an issue, Director?” Kenzo opened his mind and read Enger’s emotions as he spoke. He wasn’t trying to shut her down… but more Fleet presence was the last thing the colony needed.

Hyrushi, Governor

Hyrushi would find reading Karina’s emotions a unique experience. Not only was Cairn telepathy extremely efficient and their thought processes unique, it caused empathic reading to be unique as well. Karina didn’t’ really still physically, she was relaxed, but her mind was alert, but her emotions were tranquil. She was neither offended nor disappoint. She’d obviously touched on a sore spot. She’d missed something. This was his school, his idea, his goal. She was simple the hired help. He had said he wanted an educational institution that rivaled all the rest. Star Fleet was a huge draw for high school graduates. So in her preliminary draft she had explored that road to make sure she covered every possibility she could come up with. Dropping that part of the plan would not hinder the development of the university Hyrushi wanted. Karina choose her words very carefully. She knew he was half Betazoid and Betzoids more than anyone were able to communicate with the Cairn telepathically, but it required training, practice, and exposure to it. Karina had learned not to rely on such, but it did mean that using verbal expression required careful word choice.

She spoke slowly, and he would get the correct impression it was because she desired to clearly express herself and not out rudeness or condensation. “It is not an issue. I wish to be clear, any part of this proposal can be removed with out it damaging the whole, things can be added that I missed that you wish to see. You gave me a very broad stroke for what you wanted, and I only wished to be thorough. I can assure you, Governor, that anyone trying to push their agenda on any level of the school here will go the way of the past school board. I will not allow anyone or anything to compromise the quality and integrity and well being of the students in my care. Any guest instructors or lecturers will be given curriculum in which to teach and be required to sign a contract that they will adhere to the rules and expectations of our university. However, this leads me to two questions because I do not wish for misunderstandings on my part.” Karina absolutely was not being argumentative or offended. She understood that sometimes she didn’t grasp nuances of verbal speech, and so she wanted to ensure she grasped the extent of his position.

Hyrushi nodded. His own feelings were nonplussed. “Always. Questions are welcome.”

“First, I intend to implement a very…vigorous apprenticeship program with in the primary and secondary schools. There will be parents and students who wish to seek such opportunities within the Star Fleet presence here. Star Fleet is easily by-passed if you object. The curriculum for such positions will be pre-determined by the school and will be the same whether fleet, public, or private establishments.”

“Parents and students who wish to connect with the current Star Fleet presence on OED V are more than welcome to. Encourage that, even. Indeed, they are a large draw for young talent. I do not wish to stifle anyone’s opportunities to participate in their organization. But my experience in their involvement in educational activities outside of their own interests leaves much to be desired.”

“The second question has to do with transfer credits. Each individual college or university provides course overview, grading criteria, and grade to any institution a student wishes to have them sent. Do you want to…” how to word it? “Should we discourage Star Fleet Cadets or personnel from seeking courses here to transfer to the Academy? In such cases the Academy can only accept or reject the course work, they have no say in what is taught. It is the responsibility of the student to ensure the course will be accepted at their home institution.”

Enger, ED

“Oh, absolutely they should be encouraged to come here. And the Academy is a fine institution. I see no problem in accepting their credits… as long as the courtesy is returned. And to that, I know that their standards are quite high in what hey do and do not accept. I have no issue with you using them as a bar… but if you do, please ensure that we exceed their standards. Not just meet it.” He looked at for a long moment and then smiled slightly.

“And no, the school and education system is not ‘mine’. It belongs to the colony. I merely wish to ensure it remains the colony’s and no one else is able to take credit for it.”

Hyrushi, Governor.

Karina smiled, slightly embarrassed. She was impressed by his ability to pick up her thoughts and interpret them, but event the thought was conveyed incorrectly or perhaps misinterpreted. “It is as you say, but you are…I am not sure I know how to correctly convey the thought. You are the most prominent person on the colony. When those that are not part of the colony wish to come here…wish to…create relationship with Oed you are the face…the personage they speak to you. You are the colony…no, you represent the colony. So in that way it is your school until the next governor and then it becomes their school. You represent every person and establishment here.” Karina paused, there was a term she had heard used for such things, but she did not remember what it was. “I am sorry; I do not believe I am expressing the idea correctly.” She held her hands palm up a rueful smile at the corner of her lips. She understood what he was saying, but she was afraid her attempt to clarify her thought was only making it more convoluted.

“My plan for the current school building is to turn it into a continuing education center. Offer courses for current businesses and establishments to provide learning opportunities for their employees. Provide enrichment classes for citizens to take simply for enjoyment. The current building is in the middle of the dome and easily accessible to the city center and the current surrounding population. My only other immediate concern is making sure we’ve allocated enough space as the terraforming moves forward.”

Enger, ED


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