Miller-McCoy Academy leaders heard a financial presentation on the budget at their monthly meeting, April 28.
Treasurer David Bailey said the school needs a used bus. Chairman Michael Todd said the cost would not exceed $58,400. The purchase was approved unanimously.
The school’s chief executive, Walter Strong, urged signing a two-year contract with Teach For America to provide instructors, especially in the areas of math and science.
“We should cast a wide net,” Strong said. “Nothing ventured, nothing gained.”
Bailey acknowledged that some aspects of the budget were disappointing and vowed a close review.
“I don’t want to dwell too much on the balance sheet, but I do want to look at where we’re going,” Bailey said.
TFA is not the answer for teaching needs. They may be enthusiastic, but their high attrition rate hurts students most in need. For more on TFA, check out http://reconsideringtfa.wordpress.com/
Mark Naison takes on Teach For America and their corrosive effect on America’s Public Education System. It’s in the EDUCATION NEWS!
http://youtu.be/PREZXh4coIo