The building blocks were put into place for sustained improvements in student achievement and opportunity. The proposal we make for 2001-2002 follows our pledge to sustain improvement on a status quo budget. We now see evidence that our investment is paying great dividends for our children. Summer school has become enormously popular. Reading and mathematics investments are starting to spur improved student achievement.
Children have legitimate science activities.
Bethel High, now fully accredited, is experiencing an academic, professional, and programmatic renaissance. Our music program continues to flourish at unheard-of numbers. This proposal also reflects a contractual agreement with our teachers that recognizes their quality and rewards their loyalty. The Bethel Public Schools have regained a reputation as challenging and hardworking. We have rejoined the community of outstanding school systems.