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After reversal on teacher cuts, Grand Forks School Board members cite rushed pace, lack of information


After reversal on teacher cuts, Grand Forks School Board members cite rushed pace, lack of information
On April 12, the Grand Forks School Board voted 6-3 to cut seven teaching positions in an effort to reduce the district s budget. In a surprising decision a week later, the board reversed its decision and canceled the cuts. Why did board members change their minds?
Written By: Pamela D. Knudson
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7:00 am, Apr. 28, 2021
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Maura Ferguson testifies during a Grand Forks School Board meeting on April 12, 2021. Testimony was gathered that evening prior to the board s decision to cut seven positions – a move the board reversed a week later. Photo by Eric Hylden/Grand Forks Herald ....

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A week after proposed cuts, Grand Forks teachers will retain their employment with district


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Grand Forks school system administration determined that it was in the best interest of the teachers involved to not proceed with the reduction-in-force process this school year based on the discussions of the School Board in executive session,” Superintendent Terry Brenner told the Herald on Tuesday morning in a prepared statement.
The School Board adopted the recommendation by a 6-2 vote. Board President Amber Flynn, Jackie Hassett, Chris Douthit, Bill Palmiscno, Shannon Mikula and Cynthia Shabb voted for the recommendations. Doug Carpenter and Jeff Manley voted against the district’s request. Board Vice President Eric Lunn was not in attendance. ....

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