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By: Sarah

Sarah — Tue, 24 Feb 2009 17:50:42 +0000

Wow, I am really surprised how many students the Spectrum Academy serves. I am happy that they provide such a great service for families in our area and I hope they will be able to expand to the 12th grade!

By: Diane Pope

Diane Pope — Tue, 24 Feb 2009 16:21:09 +0000

Becky,
I’m writing in reference to the “PTA” Bill. Please seriously consider the implications of this bill. I firmly believe it has been created in direct relationship to PTA’s involvement in the voucher issue. In Utah, most PTA’s have kept their dues right around $5. Yes, money goes to National and State, but it’s very little for what we get in return. Most of this money is used for training and parent education. We have only 3 paid employees at the Utah PTA office: the office manager, the receptionist and now the webmaster. PTA does not exclude others from participating in our programs. All kids can participate in Reflections. Any parent can volunteer. Most parents who speak against PTA do not understand what PTA does for them. Unfortunately, many don’t understand what happens with a PTO. The PTO at Mueller Park Jr. is considered the fund raising arm of the school. There’s a provision in their bylaws to turn 1/2 of all funds over to the school. They have no training nor protection outside of the school. Please don’t let them push PTA out. Schools will suffer considerably. Thanks, Diane Pope