Superintendent Griffin is introduced by Seminole County League of Women Voters president Jeanne Morris. He speaks for the first 20 minutes and then answers questions from the League members in the audience. During his presentation he also addresses the proposed millage increase which will be on the ballot in November, the concern about empty seats in the schools and he describes the ramping up of the district’s Voluntary Pre-Kindergarten and Magnet School programs.
Below, are helpful links to additional on-line content regarding issues addressed by Walt Griffin, as well as an on-line slide show of photographs taken at the event by CMF’s event photographer, Charles E. Miller. You will also find links to other CMF podcasts features on topics related to Seminole County Public Schools.
This Hot Topics luncheon was recorded at the Patio Grill in Sanford, Florida, on Thursday, August 23, 2012. League president, Jeanne Morris, facilitated the event.
Here is why I will NOT vote yes on the Seminole county school referendum. Last year the former superintendant was quoted on the front page of the O. Sentinel saying that at least four schools had trophy cases constructed under a rennovation program. Oviedo HS was one. The quoted cost for each trophy case was $89,000. He then went o to inform us that artificial turf was being provided to schools for an estimated $100,000 each. Later in the year we find that Oviedo HS is being fined an estimated $50,000 for inappropriate activities in the Athletic program. Doesn’t anyone review the procurement documents before, during and after construction? Do you really expect the tax payrers to pay these fines and $89,000 trophy cases and $100,000 “Updated” playing fields. NOT this taxpayer or his wife.
Hello,I would like to be contacted,about a special needs child, receiving home school information,He turned 5 nov.2,2014,please let me know the required way to start his education at home,he is extremely smart,yet perhaps not as mature enough to attend PUBLIC school @ this time.I would appreciate your guidance in his education requirements.My cell phone # 407-692-7100 or to leave message 407-331-0983 Thank you WANDA TUCKER