The Clarkston area is now educated on the redistricting of the elementary schools. Through board meetings and parental input, this issue has received plenty of energy and focus.
On Jan. 10, the school board listened as Executive Director of Pre-K and Elementary Education Geraldine Moore and Director of Communications and Marketing Anita Banach went over the redistricting plan for the last time.
The plan was the same with the exception of one change, section (D). The redistricting committee changed section (D) to rid some of the unevenness in that area, The Clarkston Bluff Condominiums. The Clarkston News attempted to contact the five families affected by the section (D) change, but they were unavailable for comment.
The board approved the plan conceptually, and although there were parents that agreed with the logic, there were many others who did not. Now that all is said and done, the board has made a decision and adjustment seems to be the important word.
‘The parents had complete facts, but the board has to do what’s best for all of our students,? said School Board President Karen Foyteck. ‘We had to do something so our students can utilize the dedicated rooms.?
Board members did converse at the Jan. 10 meeting about the plan. They asked many questions and once again listened as area parents voiced their opinions.
‘I’m still looking at some of the figures presented by Mr. Lohmeier,? said trustee John Koval. ‘This is a controversial and passionate issue no matter where it happens, and we worked to move as little around as possible.?
Parents have voiced their views and board members have decided on this topic.
After speaking with several parents, they agreed everyone must move on and adjust to the new changes.