Superintendent's Notes

Governor meets with school leaders at MAISD; urges engagement

On October 23, Governor Granholm met with Muskegon Area school board members, superintendents, and MEA members at the MAISD. Less than 24 hours prior, she announced an additional $127 cut to the foundation allowance unless revenues could be raised. Urging all of us to "engage" with our legislators and support efforts to raise revenues, she stated, "I'm asking you to help, because your voices are much more powerful than mine when it comes to those who represent you." The Governor agreed that a longer-term solution to the school funding structure is also needed. The combined effort
of school board members, superintendents
and the community is critical to having a voice in Lansing.

 

Susan W. Meston
MAISD Superintendent