Update to Superintendent and Board prior to February 8, 2024 Board meeting

February 8, 2024

Dear Superintendent Huffman and Sausalito Marin City School District Trustees,

We would like to draw your attention to the collective voice of our community, represented by over 300 signatures from parents, guardians, teachers, school staff, and concerned citizens. These individuals express their support for the sentiments outlined in our letter dated February 4th.

Throughout the diligent monitoring of three Budget Advisory Committee meetings, our concerns have only deepened. Unfortunately, there appears to be a persistent focus on cost reductions that disproportionately impact roles directly involved with students.

The overwhelming response from our community underscores the gravity of these concerns, and we implore you to give serious consideration to the voices expressing them. It is crucial that the decisions made reflect the best interests of the students and the community at large.

Your attention and commitment to addressing these matters are highly appreciated.

Sincerely,

Katja Lebedieva, Recent Ukrainian immigrant and MLK parent (русскоязычный)

Danielle Diego, Educator and MLK parent (se habla español)

Milagros (Mili) Salas-Ramos, Immigrant single-mother middle school parent (se habla español)

Danelle Threatt, Marin City Resident, 7th generation family from founding in 1942, MLK alumni and current guardian, Secretary and Treasurer, Rise Up! 94965 Foundation

Nora Stratton, MLK parent and volunteer