Thirteen years ago, we chose Falmouth for its schools. We have marveled at how our kids’ teachers have supported, challenged and inspired our children. We were therefore embarrassed by how our elected School Board treated those teachers in the recent contract negotiations. When teachers cried about the real-world impact of benefit cuts, the board was stone-faced. When parents begged for teachers to be supported and the impasse resolved, the board looked at their timer. We have yet to hear an explanation for why the board targeted teachers’ benefits.
This board represents neither our priorities nor the approach we believe our community should have with our teachers.
I know two people who care about the right things. Analiese Larson and Emily H. Martin are ready to stand up for us. I’m writing them in for the Falmouth School Board on June 13. If you care about being heard, you should, too.
Mari Henry
Falmouth
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