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They had meetings translated into 4 different languages.  I don't recall which ones.  APS' community engagement outreach efforts to under-represented groups has continued to increase and this process has probably been the most-encompassing to date.  They also meet with groups in schools throughout the year for various reasons, not just during a proposal feedback period.[/quote]

Yes, I was asking how effective the outreach was for this specific effort.

How many different communities are now engaged and what are their thoughts?

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Do people not realize that things cost money? And that money doesn't grow on trees?

Translators in a dozen languages for every public meeting costs money. Buses to immersion schools and dual-certified teachers cost money. Maternity leave for teachers costs money. Surveys cost money. Summer school costs money. Small class sizes cost money. More counselors costs money.

APS has added the equivalent of two elementary schools, or a whole middle school, or half a high school EVERY YEAR for the last 8 years, and the cost of those students is cumulative, and people keep acting like we can spend money on any administrative or supportive activity we want.

I don't know what planet (or what rich city with neverending resources) these people came here from, but I wish they'd go back. [/quote]

Uh....ok? They didn't translate a dozen languages. A few targeted languages (Amharic, Arabic, Mongolian, Spanish).

I did come from an area that prioritized spending on education. Very disappointed with what I've seen in VA. 
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Are you implying that Arlington doesn’t spent A LOT on education?[/quote]

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