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02/06/2012 Daily Announcements The topic of the day is . . . The quote of the day is . . . Helping Others “As you grow older, you will discover that you have two hands, one for helping yourself and the other for helping others.” – Sam Levenson Levenson was an American humorist, writer, television host, and journalist. The Challenge for today is to think of an act of kindness that would help you and another. LUNCH: The Ultimate Taco Salad, shredded cheese, ranch beans, peaches, cookies, milk and tea. . . . read more
On December 19, the Miami Chapter of National Honor Society traveled to Amarillo for a service project where they visited the Ronald McDonald House. The Ronald McDonald House is a non-profit organization that has houses all around the country. These houses are used by families and parents when they need to be close to the hospital where a child is being treated. The house is a much appreciated convenience for families who cannot afford to stay in a hotel, especially for weeks or even months at a time. The NHS members brought toys and . . . read more
School finance in Texas has been a hot topic in Miami since 1993 which was the inception of share the wealth or Robin Hood. Roberts County tax payers have sent $62,003,443 to date in the state’s attempt to equalize wealth. The school district has been involved in two previous lawsuits against the state because of school finance. The current school finance law does not adequately fund school districts in Texas. Lawmakers have cut funding to Texas public schools rather than deal with a structural tax deficit created by the Legislature . . . read more
