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The survey says ...
For the past week, we've asked Gradebook readers for their thoughts on where school districts should cut their budgets during lean times. Respondents overwhelmingly suggested that bus rides to students who live closer than 2 miles to school should get the axe before salaries or extracurriculars.
Here's the breakdown of answers to our question, "In tough budget times, what should School Boards cut first?"
- Courtesy bus rides, 122 votes - 68%
- Athletics and extracurriculars, 50 votes - 28%
- Employee salaries and benefits, 7 votes - 4%
Our new question focuses on the FCAT, and your views on whether the state should retain third-graders who don't pass the reading section of the annual exam. Please take a second to click on an answer. If you have any ideas for future questions, or any other thoughts about the Gradebook in general, please send an e-mail to solochek@sptimes.com.
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| Rebecca Catalanello covers Pinellas County schools. E-mail her: rcatalanello@tampabay.com. |
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