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Orchestra Cuts and School Mergers in Asheville | Asheville News
Asheville’s school district faces a gut-wrenching choice: axe the beloved orchestra program to save $70K, sparking outrage in a town that treasures arts education. Complicating matters is the proposed merger with Buncombe County—where 22K students dwarf Asheville’s 3K. Critics are asking tough questions: why prioritize budget cuts over music when the superintendent’s salary seems out of sync with student numbers? This isn’t just about money—it’s about values, priorities, and whether our schools are truly serving every child. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow…
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