Monthly Archives: April 2010

Using New Google Technology, Now DaytonOS Readers Can Leave Free Voice Comments

Posted on April 13, 2010 by Mike Bock

DaytonOs is trying out Google Voice. At the end of each article, at least for the next few weeks, I am adding a Google widget that will allow free telephone calls to my computer. These calls will be recorded and … Continue reading →

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“Stability Is Threatened” — If 6.9 Mill School Tax Fails — Kettering Voters Warned

Posted on April 12, 2010 by Mike Bock

I’ve received two pieces of mail, so far, urging me to increase revenue to Kettering Schools by voting “yes” on the May 4 ballot to raise property taxes in Kettering by 6.9 mills. Both mailings emphasize that increased funding for … Continue reading →

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Local Control v Special Interest Control — Who’s In Charge Of Kettering Public Schools?

Posted on April 7, 2010 by Mike Bock

In Kettering, during this time of economic recession, the fact that the public is being pushed to approve a new 6.9 mill school tax issue raises the question: Who is in charge of Kettering Schools? Kettering Schools’ anticipated budget shortfall … Continue reading →

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If Pro School Tax Message Is Given Platform At School Meetings, Should Anti Message Be Given Equal Time?

Posted on April 6, 2010 by Mike Bock

According to Kettering’s School Superintendent, Jim Schoenlein, in his memo to the Kettering School Board, in previous levy campaigns, Kettering school officials did not address school gatherings and events to build levy support. Schoenlein says he is changing this policy … Continue reading →

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Kettering School Superintendent Acquiesces To Teacher’s Union Concerning 2011 Start Of School Date

Posted on April 5, 2010 by Mike Bock

Kettering School Superintendent, Dr. Jim Schoenlein, writes, in his March 26 memo to the Kettering Board, that, although he prefers an earlier start to the 2011 school year, he is recommending to the board that Kettering keep the original starting … Continue reading →

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Why Are There No Teachers in Kettering Schools Who Earn $200,000 Per Year — Or Even More?

Posted on April 1, 2010 by Mike Bock

Kettering School’s “Blue Ribbon Report” is a regular publication of Kettering Schools, paid for with local tax money. About half of this Spring’s issue is dedicated to giving a one-sided view of why voters should approve the 6.9 mill school … Continue reading →

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