Excellent

Feeling of those touched by a decision not assessed.

Proper Groundwork Neglected

by HarryT

I was a school district leader Who desired a more efficient operation Overhead costs continue to rise Student attendance declined Close a school and combine all grades Was the mission I chose, but... Failed to lay proper groundwork Did not seek community input Community rose up and said, "No!" My failure ignoring the feeling of Those the closure would most touch Board president met with me Said your contract will not be renewed Failure that lives with me still