This is a natural teaching process that is extremely important in understanding knowledge so that application of content and theory is not only carried through but retained. Teachers are not paid for time off. In addition, many educators seek additional training and college courses to achieve personal and professional growth, and to keep abreast of state and county standards. Educators must pay for training and courses, which are often taken during the summer break or after school hours during the school year. For example, some teachers are required to attend 300 hours of English as a Second Language classes after school, without receiving financial compensation for the hours attended.
Teachers often prepare work and materials for the next school year during break times.
Many of the materials are purchased by the teachers to enhance the learning process. School committee preparation and participation and after-school meetings are often accomplished on a teacher's time without pay. Yes, times have changed, but lengthening the school year is not the answer. With all the events taking place in our city and the amount of traffic found on these two streets, I think it would behoove our city administration to repave them. It would make our main downtown arteries something to be proud of.