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Decatur students thank school board for programs, safety measures and new facilities
Summary
Students told the Decatur SD 61 Board of Education during public comment that they appreciate expanded after-school programs, free bus access for high schoolers, CTE and dual-credit classes, paid internships, a new STEM magnet school and solar panels.
Student speakers addressed the Decatur SD 61 Board of Education during public comment to thank the board for programs and safety measures they said helped students learn and feel secure.
Student (speaker 1), a student in Decatur SD 61, opened the remarks by thanking board members "for all the ways you helped make school better for students like me." She listed several district services, saying, "Thanks for giving us the for and after school programs where we can learn more and have fun with our friends. And thank you for making sure we have breakfast, lunch, and even snacks on half days so we're never too hungry to learn."
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