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Pickerington Schools Face Tough Budget Choices | Columbus News
Pickerington schools are on the brink—facing deep cuts to electives, college credit classes, and even middle school band and orchestra if a crucial November levy fails. After last year’s failed vote and already implemented Phase One cuts, Superintendent Dr. Charles Smialek warns that without new revenue, Phase Two and Three will hit harder, slashing staffing, transportation, and programs. Teachers are also feeling the pinch as pay lags behind inflation, while costs are projected to soar faster than slow revenue growth. The proposed 10-year levy could be the lifeline keeping these cuts at…
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