Congratulations to everyone who spoke, came to meetings, got up early to wait in line, created petitions, signed petitions, filled out surveys and followed this crazy boundary process over the last 6-7 months. I, for one, am glad it's over.
Plan 3 was approved last night by the Board of Trustees.
In one way, I feel elated that our community came together with one voice, created a plan and saw it through.
In another, I'm selfishly sad because my family has to leave Mills. Thankfully, I'll have lots of familiar Mills faces at Kiker as we transition to a new and wonderful school community.
Mrs. Butler is working with Mrs. Schneider to create some transition events - I'll post those plans here, if there are specific things you want to see, feel free to post a comment.
BUT WAIT! There's more!
On May 8, the School District will hold elections for some current Board of Trustee members. Since we've gone through this process, Lisa and I feel it's important that parents and community members have an opportunity to meet the candidates for the District 7 Board position - the position that represents SW Austin.
We're working with the PTA to set up a candidates forum in March, where you'll be able to submit questions for the candidates to answer - so look for details on that coming soon!
We made it.
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Thanks, Michelle and Lisa.
ReplyDeleteYes, thanks for all your hard work, it is greatly appreciated. Michelle, a loss for Mills to be sure; good luck in your new school!
ReplyDeleteVanessa Pinkerton
Michelle, Lisa, words fail me (and you know that doesn't happen often). You offered amazing leadership. Thank you.
ReplyDeleteMichelle, Kiker is gaining a treasure. We will miss you.
I agree with everyone. We can't thank you enough for the countless hours and sleepless nights you've given for the Mills community. Thank you, Lisa and Michelle!
ReplyDeleteYes, thanks for all your hard work. And especially for keeping us all informed along the way.
ReplyDeleteKristie Valentine
I echo the thanks for all the work that you both have done. Everyone owes you both a great deal! And Michelle, your comment about it being bittersweet is so true, as we too will be having to leave Mills. I know ultimately it's the right decision and will be the best for Mills, but it's still going to be hard to leave such a wonderful community.
ReplyDeleteFor those of us moving to Kiker, would it be possible to see a list, broken down by grade, of who is slated to move? Also it would be great if a few Mills kids could be put together in any given classroom. This may not be possible or even practical, but it might be worth requesting. A big thanks to Mrs. Butler and Mrs. Schneider for planning & working on transition events to make this easier on the kiddos (and parents!).
Thank you again Michelle and Lisa!
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ReplyDeleteLisa and Michelle, I think you set the standard for reps on the task force for close collaboration with other reps in crafting plans that addressed everyone's concerns. You guys worked so hard, and with great wisdom. We were lucky to have you as our reps. Thanks so much.
ReplyDeleteMike Fair