The petition contained the names of 282 Aurelia school district residents opposed to whole-grade sharing with Cherokee. Myron Pingel chaired the meeting, which began with a presentation of historical enrollment and future enrollment projections. Should whole-grade sharing be pursued, the actual financial arrangement would be determined by the two school boards. Resident Tim Dunn encouraged the advisory committee to consider the effect a study could have on young people. Don't stress these kids out.
Every meeting tears our community apart.
Kids wait for the results of every meeting, knowing it could affect their future. If it wasn't for Cherokee's need we wouldn't be here tonight. We do need to be a good neighbor and listen to their proposal and give our community an opportunity to express their comments or concerns to our board. Aurelia also has access to resources provided by local community colleges. No decision was taken at the meeting, and committee members contacted in the days following the meeting would not comment on what they think of a whole-grade sharing study or how they intend to vote on the subject.