The Hoboken Tax Reform Coalition
Peter Carter and Kid's First Speak the Truth on HHS Theater Program
Dear Citizens and Parents of Hoboken,
May I impose upon your time just a bit to follow up on one of the points made in my April 1st letter which was posted on the District's Website. With respect to our renowned drama and stage musicals, we wrote that there would be no changes in that program. We further stated that there would be no Reduction in Force (layoffs) as a result of the over $3 milllion in state aid reduction imposed on us by the Governor of the State. On April 1st we also wrote that the drama program would continue with increased FISCAL RESPONSIBILTY, something we all as taxpaying citizens in any municipality. No where in any statements, written or otherwise from yours truly, was it ever stated that the director of the program was being "let go." In order to avoid confusion and angst as we work together on behalf of our beautiful children, I beg each and every one of you to derive your information about the school district from our website (www.hoboken.k12.nj.us) or our Board of Education meetings (local Channel 77) or the posted agenda and minutes of the meetings.
In the budgeting regulations promulgated by the State of New Jersey is a phenomenon known as Position Control which requires us to administratively account for each teaching position as a TEACHING position. Our review in the budget preparation process revealed a few individuals who were on the teaching staff payroll but not assigned specifically as teachers. We corrected that by eliminating those positions, only the positions, not the people. The people, the drama director among them, have been reassigned to teaching positions. The administration shall be able to state specifically what these teaching positions shall entail as the master schedule for the fall and spring is developed. We are working on that massive task at the present time and shall continue for several months as we make final determinations on all teacher placements. Again, let me reiterate there is no reduction in force planned for the next school year.
So, let us move forward knowing that all is well with respect to the 2010-2011 Theater Season on the Hoboken High School Stage, as long as we receive no other surprises from Trenton, and the citizens accept the advertised spending plan as proposed by the Administration and approved by the Board of Education.
Sincerely yours,
Peter E. Carter
Interim Superintendent of Schools
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I assume Carter is addressing rumors like those to be found in the Real Results campaign flyer which states, under Quality of Education that: We will, "support Hoboken High's award-winning theater program, which is now under threat by the board."
The Real question is why is Real Results running on a campaign of rumors and misinformation?
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Ms. Markle has always supported the theater arts dept and it has expanded under her presidency. This is the first time the High School has had three plays. Markle supports all extra curricular activities...............she is seen at all events.
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This is ridiculous. Markle is well-known for her animosity toward the theater program. She and her friend at the high school broadcast that openly every chance they get. Minutillo has never been keen on the program either. This is why we fans of the drama presentations are worried. I don't know where that new ticket got that from, but obviously any school program opposed by the BOE head and her main ally is under threat. From ditto's post it looks as though Liz Markevitch and her ticket are coming out strong in Paula's support. That will win them votes.
Meatloaf said:Ms. Markle has always supported the theater arts dept and it has expanded under her presidency. This is the first time the High School has had three plays. Markle supports all extra curricular activities...............she is seen at all events.
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Permalink Reply by Meatloaf on
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What animosity? She is at all plays and goes to everything that has to do with the schools. She even did that before she was on the BOE. Rosethorn, have you ever been to a play at the high school? Do you have children in the school system that will make it to the high school and want to be apart of the theater program? The BOE is not trying to get rid of the theater program or Ohaus. They are trying to lower the budget, as you people would love, by working with her on her contract. I don't know what Maureen is telling you people but maybe you should get more than one view on the situation before you start saying anything. Or better yet, go approach Carter about it. He is the one that deals with the budget and puts everything together, not the BOE members them selves, they just vote on it. Or did Maureen not tell you all that.
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Permalink Reply by Tony Soares on -
This is plain Horsesh*t, as a person who has worked with Ms. Ohaus giving out annual grants in my Mother's Name, specifically for Hoboken High Graduates pursuing Arts in College, I know for a fact that the current Board all support The Theater Program and Mrs. O.
Please stop playing on CHILDREN's fears with lies and distortions. You probably don't even know Ohaus, all one uninformed, inexperienced arts person has to do is watch an episode of Fox's hit show "Glee" and you will LEARN that most schools make their dramatic arts instructors part of the faculty.
Paula coming on as a faculty member gives her a promise of tenure and PROTECTION! Protection from Meat cleaver cuts.
In fact wasn't it Maureen Sullivan who complained about the current in classroom music lessons?
She rightfully pointed out issue where crayons & coloring book pages of instruments were replacing instruction and another incident where her the film Amadeus was shown to students under 13 in place of a lesson.
Given those facts Maureen as well as ALL candidates should be very Happy Paula will be doing what she does as a FACULTY member!
Just because Real Results and it's supporters DO NOT HAVE KIDS in the District, is no reason TO SCARE the Students who love Paula and what she brings to their lives. Shame on Liz Markevitch for her scare tactic du jour!
What a shameful hateful group. Markevitch and groupies, you really need to stop your lies. Children are being hurt.
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Permalink Reply by ditto on
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Please read interim Superintendent Carter's statement. He could not be more clear that the theater program has the full support of the Board. He is addressing rumors in the community. Rumors like those that Real Results is perpetuating in their campaign to create a climate of fear in the hopes of securing votes. Real Results is rumor mongering and spreading misinformation. Why are you willing to accept these rumors over a statement of policy from the interim Superintendent?
rosethorn said:This is ridiculous. Markle is well-known for her animosity toward the theater program. She and her friend at the high school broadcast that openly every chance they get. Minutillo has never been keen on the program either. This is why we fans of the drama presentations are worried. I don't know where that new ticket got that from, but obviously any school program opposed by the BOE head and her main ally is under threat. From ditto's post it looks as though Liz Markevitch and her ticket are coming out strong in Paula's support. That will win them votes.
Meatloaf said:Ms. Markle has always supported the theater arts dept and it has expanded under her presidency. This is the first time the High School has had three plays. Markle supports all extra curricular activities...............she is seen at all events.
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