Springfield City Schools Community Forums

One of the frustrations people sometimes have about school systems is the perception that they operate in a vacuum and don’t welcome outside input. That can’t be said about Springfield City Schools. Tonight, Dec. 1 and Tuesday, Dec. 8, Springfield City Schools Leadership is hosting two Community Forums. The purpose of the forums as explained by Superintendent David Estrop is to improve academic performance of the students, which he understands is critically important to not only the students but the entire community. It’s great to know that the superintendent in the community’s largest district sees that connection. A volunteer committee of more than 50 people has worked to develop ideas to improve academic performance. They will detail their conclusions and seek validation and further input from the community. The sessions will be from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. each night in the Cafetorium at Springfield High. Whether you have children in the school system or not, I urge you to attend. Have a great Chamber day!