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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]4:02 again. We as teachers in schools like these are constantly asked to give give give. We had an angel tree for holiday gifts for needy students and the expectation was $25 per gift. I took two students’ names. I was walking to my car one afternoon and the student was riding up to the school on his hover board while using his iPhone. Mom has her nails done weekly. I know because I sponsor an after school club, which I’m not compensated for, and the sister told me that her mom uses that time to go get her nails done.

Yes, there are truly needy kids out there and no kid should ever have to go hungry. That’s why I volunteer with Manna and have a stash of food in my classroom for when it’s needed. But the wants vs. needs issue is real and I think parents need to be held more accountable for their choices.  Education of  parents needs to be considered so that habits can change. [/quote]

I had a family last year with 13 or 14 kids (I don't remember exactly). All received free lunch. Assistance is one thing. Taking advantage of assistance is another.[/quote]

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