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Teacher urges Franklin Area SD to restore elementary music staffing

Franklin Area School District Board of School Directors · April 21, 2026
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Summary

A public commenter and Franklin High School graduate asked the Franklin Area School District board to reverse a reduction in elementary music staff from three teachers to two, saying music education supports academics, community engagement and student retention in music programs.

A public commenter who said she is a Franklin High School graduate and a nearly four‑year English teacher asked the Franklin Area School District board to reconsider reducing elementary music staffing from three teachers to two.

She told the board that music programs foster academic gains, discipline and community pride, and urged directors to…

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