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June 26, 2008 Linda SchrockTaylor
S.O.S.!
A group of concerned Marion citizens, ranging in age from a current high school student, to a gentleman who graduated from Marion High School seventy (70) years ago, gathered at the Middle Branch Town Hall to discuss the rapidly declining enrollment in the Marion School District. It was pointed out by several people that the educational standards and test scores have dropped dramatically during the seven (7) years since the high school principal was hired. During that time period, Marion has lost 30% of its students, as well as numerous curricular choices. The downward spiral shows no signs of slowing as more parents seek alternative educational programming for their children. However, people were very specific in explaining that their concerns and frustrations are not with the Marion Elementary School.
During the meeting, people expressed both concern and anger. Most of the attendees have children or grandchildren still attending school in Marion. Others have pulled their children from Marion to enroll them in districts which offer a broader curriculum; are more responsive to the scholastic needs of students; are more open to feedback and input from parents and other citizens.
A citizens action group came into being at the meeting: “S.O.S. - Save Our Schools!” Participants signed up for various committees and fact-finding tasks. Anyone interested in serving on a committee or research team, contact Mrs. Renee Tolgo (743-6718) or Mrs. Linda Schrock Taylor (825-2490). People are also welcome to email comments, questions, concerns, even personal experiences, to: This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it . The next S.O.S. meeting will be held in Marion, on July 10th at 7:00pm.
Watch local papers for announcements as to location, or phone the above individuals for information. The SAVE OUR SCHOOLS campaign welcomes anyone who wants to save and improve the Marion School District. |
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