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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 29, 2002
Page
5
The Cedar Rapids Community School District faces proposed tax hikes next year amid state budget strains. Early retirements are offered to curb layoffs but raise the tax rate. superintendent pay is debated. The district notes 83 percent of the $130 million general fund goes to salaries and benefits, with teachers receiving about 69.5 percent of salaries.
The Gazette invites letters and guest columns addressing public business. All material may be edited and cannot be returned. Writers must include full name signature street address and daytime phone number. No anonymous submissions. Limit 300 words per letter and one letter per writer every 30 days.
David Belgum argues that admitting mistakes and seeking help is healthier than secrecy or coverups. He cites how open confession at a prayer meeting aided a young man with overeating, contrasting with harsh community judgment faced by a pregnant teenager. Belgum, University of Iowa religion professor emeritus, urges trust in constructive, supportive responses.
The Rev. Philip E. Thompson defends priests against a March 26 Gazette cartoon by Jimmy Margulies deeming it in poor taste. He argues most priests are devoted, cites heinous acts by a few, and urges an apology to priests and people of faith.
Dr Carla A Schulz urges adults 50 and older to discuss screening for colorectal cancer during National Colorectal Awareness Month. She notes higher risk for African Americans and those with family history, obesity, inactivity, and poor diet. Early detection improves 5 year survival to about 90 percent.
The Gazette states it does not vouch for accuracy or judge opinions in published letters. Readers may submit contradictions or corrections for equal opportunity for publication.
A Cedar Rapids parent highlights walking risks along Blairs Ferry Road to the new Viola Gibson Elementary. She cites fast traffic, lack of sidewalks west of Edgewood Road, no crosswalks or traffic lights, and nearby sex offenders. She notes busing costs strain low income families and questions the price placed on a child's life.
President Bush urges quality teachers and boosts funding to states for recruiting and training teachers. The plan advocates school control by principals and teachers, a nine member volunteer board, and free tuition for student teachers, aiming to use grants wisely and keep every student in the education program.
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