Parents and educators urge Gresham-Barlow board to restore elementary music after proposed cuts
Jun 4, 2026
At a June 4 budget hearing, parents, teachers and students urged the Gresham-Barlow School District board to reverse a proposal to eliminate elementary music classes and to consider local fundraising or a levy to preserve programs.
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Community members pressed the Gresham-Barlow School District Board of Directors on June 4 to restore elementary music classes the district proposed cutting in next year’s budget. Music teachers, parents and students said the programs produce measurable engagement and community value and urged the board to use its authority or partner with parents and unions to find alternatives.
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