Hopkinton has hit the news quite often recently because the school budget proposed by the school board was rejected by the majority of its citizens.
I believe everyone wants the children to have a fine education. At the same time, people are asking for attention to the needs of the citizens who pay for it with their property taxes.
The question right now is how can we maintain the high standard already in place with minimum disruption to our already high tax base? I strongly believe we can bring people together if the school board uses a creative and positive approach to the programs suggested for cuts.
Now is the perfect opportunity for its members to show compassion by assuming a more conciliatory tone. Reject the negativity, the “we-vs.-they” mentality of division and respect the public desire for a clear understanding of what is possible to maintain our high standard without raising taxes.
By facing all of this with honesty and integrity we will become united and stronger as a community of caring citizens. I am a member of the Dearing Community Church where I requested prayers for healing in our town.
JANE WATERS
Hopkinton