Civic life
Why the $2 Million After‑School Cut Is a Misstep: Data‑Driven Alternatives for the April 26 School Board Vote
Opening hook: The district’s proposed $2 million trim trims roughly 12% of its after-school budget while enrollment climbs 3% - a mismatch that would leave about 1,200 children without the supervision, tutoring, and meals they depend on.[1] This guide flips the conventional narrative that any cut is
