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The Manhattan Beach Education Foundation |
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Frequently Asked QuestionsWhat is MBEF doing during the current budget crisis? MBEF has begun a supplemental campaign to raise funds for next school next. Our district’s revenue has been reduced by $5 million, or $800 per pupil, compared to last year. Eighty-two teachers and support staff have received layoff notices. A donation of $800 per student would maintain the level of education your child receives today. If you have not given to MBEF, there has never been a better time to support your child’s education. If you gave but want to increase your donation, we welcome it. If you already gave the most you can, thank you for your example. The funds raised by May 15 will be used in the upcoming 2009-2010 school year. Core academics and maintaining reasonable class sizes are MBEF’s top priorities for the funds raised this spring. If we raise enough money, and the state doesn’t cut the district’s revenue further, other programs could be reinstated in part or in full. Your priorities for reinstating programs are important to us. Please complete the survey on the donor form, whether you are giving now or already gave. Click here to give now. In addition to raising more money, MBEF is engaged in open and detailed communication with the school district leadership representing our donors’ interests. The Foundation is attending all MBUSD board meetings, PTA meetings, and other special events to fully understand the community’s concerns, the extent of the crisis and its possible solutions. PTA Council leadership is also working beside us and representing parents. We are thankful to the district leadership for giving parent organizations the opportunity to be integrally involved in the funding solution. If you have any further questions, press the button below to send a question via email: Join your PTA. PTA gains strength by high levels of membership and parent involvement. Needs vary by site so please check with your PTA website to learn the volunteer and financial needs of your school. Click on the PTA or PTSA website link below: |
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