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Donor funding cut and levy support raised during public comments at Lakewood board meeting
Summary
A public commenter said long-time benefactors were notified their support and services would end Dec. 31, potentially affecting eyeglass funds, Suzuki scholarships, a basketball tournament and a school dignity closet; another resident spoke in strong support of the upcoming levy.
During the board’s public comment period, a speaker identifying herself as Trish said she received an email notifying a benefactor that their employment and financial support for district programs would end on Dec. 31. She said multiple school programs rely on the family’s funds — including eyeglass assistance, Suzuki music scholarships, a fifth-grade basketball tournament and the Anne Giffel Dignity Closet — and…
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