"A group of students who are eager to learn about advanced math are asking for multivariable calculus, and teacher Daniel Nguyen has obtained a master's degree in order to teach it. The school board told Paly to add the class on Dec. 16, but the teachers council said no. Apparently the school is run by a committee of teachers, called the council of administrators and instructors, who oppose adding the class."
"Former board member Todd Collins argues that the money the district gets from regular property taxes is increasing while enrollment is decreasing. Collins says that 10 years ago, the district's total funding was about $16,000 a student. This year, that number is more than double - $35,000 per student. The amount is greater than what the parcel tax generates. Therefore the parcel tax isn't needed."
Students at Palo Alto High School requested a multivariable calculus class, and teacher Daniel Nguyen obtained a master's degree to teach it. The school board ordered Paly to add the class on Dec. 16, but the teachers council rejected the course, citing increased pressure on students and reduced wellness. The Mountain View Los Altos district already offers the class. The school board should enforce its decision and terminate teachers who refuse orders; parents should consider creating a charter school or electing new board members. Separately, the board is declining a study session on a $941-per-year parcel tax renewal.
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