Input sought on public education budget
The state Board of Education is seeking public input to help determine priorities for the fiscal year 2008-09 budget. Participants are asked to rank and comment upon "five areas of highest need" on a form listing 13 program areas plus space to suggest and explain "other needs."
The areas to prioritize are: early education (preschool, readiness to learn), reading/comprehension, math skills/application, job/career preparation, smaller class size, teachers, textbooks for all classes, computers for all students/teachers, classroom supplies, school safety, classroom environment, restroom environment, well-maintained and functional buildings and campuses, and other needs.
For more information, leave a voice message at 586-9307 or visit doe.k12.hi.us/surveys/budgetpriorities.htm.
Completed forms or other written suggestions should be returned to the DOE Budget Preparation Section by May 31 via mail (P.O. Box 2360, Honolulu, Hawaii 96804) or fax (808) 586-3362.
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