As we build new schools, the classes will be constructed to adhere to the class size reduction targets. And as we build additions those classes must be built to adhere the class size reduction targets. |
I can't confirm or deny it. It's inappropriate to discuss personnel matters. |
It was done hastily, which is a concern to us. We have to do some fact-finding. |
It will be very similar to how the district responds to hurricanes. We'll look at the district communication network and make sure we have accurate information. |
It's a very sad day. |
Obviously it was not the ruling we expected. We believe we were acting in the best interest of the students, the School Board and the taxpayers, and we'll continue to make our case and explain our actions. |
Once we have more information, we intend to pursue criminal charges. |
Policy does not state pepper spray is prohibited. Schools have wide latitude how they deal with it. |
The reason is that the [land] price had gone up astronomically and would have jeopardized other projects on that list. We planned for $6 million and it went up to $11.5 million. Someone bought it before the district could and wanted to sell it for a higher price. |
Tuesday was the original day, but we needed a day for a hurricane make-up day, so Monday was scheduled as the first day back. |
We are always disappointed when these kinds of allegations surface. But we also know we have to give employees due process before we can take any final action regarding their employment. |
We don't have any indication that the person is an employee. |
We felt the principal was making the right decision, and the court ruling seems to support the principal's action. |
We have a really safe record if you look at how much we're on the road. |
We need to protect all of the funds that are to be directed toward educating those students and running the schools. Our concern would not be what resources they have or don't have to make their case. |