I disagree with the steep cuts proposed by the town budget committee. They would harm the quality of the Bow School System, which would in turn negatively affect property values.
The school board has proposed a reasonable cut of about $250,000, knowing that the town has financial issues. They have done their part in helping to offset this burden. The proposed cut of $807,000 from the town budget committee is excessive and will impact the school system greatly.
Reviewing the line-by-line cuts by the budget committee shows many cuts that will result in firing of teachers, worse student-teacher ratios, and removal of important skills in math, the arts and computer literacy. These cuts will directly affect the rating of the school system.
Homes in Bow are sought by buyers in large part due to our well-respected school system. This supports our home values. If we allow our school system to be harmed this way, then we will face a loss of this reputation, and in turn decrease the value of our homes.
Please come on March 10 to protect our schools from such drastic cuts proposed by the town budget committee.
Theresa Oliveira
Bow