Withhold Final Approval for New Roots Charter School At This TIme

"At a time of economic contraction it is inappropriate to increase the number of schools in the district."

"proposal lacks broad public support, cuts ICSD budget when we are already facing budget cuts and increased enrollment. The Charter School would benefit a few at the expense of many."

"Wrong in this economy to siphon funds away from other public schools in order to serve a very specialized few."

"I don't think this is the appropriate time to be establishing/starting up a new school. ICSD funds can be better utilized for existing programs at current schools."

"There is no compelling evidence that this school is needed, especially when balanced against the negative impact this school will have on the financial state of the school district and its taxpayers. The district resides in the one of the most highly taxe"

"I love the curriculum of New Roots - it is what we all need. We need to change our existing schools toward sustainability - not make sustainability a specialized opportunity for some."

"We already have an alternative school in this SMALL town. We can NOT afford another school."

"Its simply the 'School of Arrogance'"

"The Ithaca school district is already in a financial crisis and you now want to take money away from the students that attend Ithaca High School. This is not fair to the students who attend and enjoy attending Ithaca High School. If the state wants this s"

"In addition to the other concerns listed, I question whether and how the New Roots school could serve the needs of students with disabilities. They say they are committed to including students with disabilities in their school, but doing so effectively is"