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Parents, students and union warn proposed cuts would hit staff and arts programs
Summary
Multiple public commenters, teachers and students urged the board to disclose proposed certificated and support-staff cuts and pleaded to preserve performing-arts and music instruction; a student described how participation in music transformed her grades and mental health.
Several parents, teachers and students told the board that proposed budget-related cuts threaten staff positions and school programs, especially performing arts and student supports.
A community member who identified herself as a past president of the district’s support staff association urged the board to disclose which certificated and support positions are slated for reduction, saying staff and community members deserve the details to understand potential impacts. "These cuts are faced again this…
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