Thursday, February 12, 2009

Speakers were unanimous

Speakers at Ayden-Grifton High School were unanimous in their 3-minute speeches to members of the Pitt County Board of Education Thursday night (Feb. 12). None of the 29 speakers wanted the school board to change the K-8 grade configuration.
A variety of reasons were given. Among those stated was the lack of continuity for students, the negative impact on the community and its people. Also mentioned were the hardships it would create for parents whose children may be bused to Ayden. The hardships would include extra after school care and transportation issues, which could lead to lost educational and extracurricular opportunities for the students.
Stay tuned. More on this meeting.

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  1. MissyFebruary 13, 2009 at 10:03 AM

    I think the board was presented last night with information and facts that may be had not be considered. I am proud of those who came to the AGHS meeting and even prouder of those who spoke. Let's keep attending these meetings, e-mailing, and wrtiting letters to the editor. Keep the pressure on!! Look around for the flyers and posters.

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