[Winona Online Democracy] The advocates of a public educational system with local control have much on the line November 8th. If you believe in local control, which in my opinion, means electing board members who represent the way we want our school run and everything that goes on beyond the walls then vote yes and support those hold those offices. If you vote no then you have either decided that you would be a better board member, even if you have failed to run or that the state can do a better job. Whatever we decide collectively there are two things to think about.
Those who believe that athletics, music and other extra or co curricular are not important will soon find out that those items are important to the kids and parents who's kids participate. Important enough to move their kids to another public school district under open enrollment or to the parochial schools. Athletics and band were important to my three sons and I know important in their well being and success as a parent, teacher, business leader and engineer. And as a parent, I would have worked extra hours, multiple jobs etc. to see that they could participate. The value and importance of quality public schools can not be overstated. More important is that the door is open and that opportunities exist for all not just those who can afford to leave if funding falls short. A public education is what enables all of our families to at some time to move into better jobs, better lives and to become more productive citizens in a democracy. The cost is small in comparison to the result if we fail to provide the funding for the future leaders who will someday determine our well being as seniors. Vote Yes Paul Double _______________________________________________ This message was posted to Winona Online Democracy All messages must be signed by the senders actual name. No commercial solicitations are allowed on this list. To manage your subscription or view the message archives, please visit http://mapnp.mnforum.org/mailman/listinfo/winona Any problems or suggestions can be directed to mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] If you want help on how to contact elected officials, go to the Contact page at http://www.winonaonlinedemocracy.org
