David Hayford introduced Jennifer Considine to inform us of a new program started here in Oshkosh by ESTHER. It is an interfaith social justice organization. The Program is entitle "How will I get to school: Public Transportation and Oshkosh 6-12 students."
Jack Klein working to set up Jen's Power Point
Not surprising that student performance is adversely affected if they cannot get to school because of inclement weather, inability to afford bus fare, etc. There are some solutions to obtain bus passes. But not enough.
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Top row shows current process to get a bus pass. Bottom shows ideal that ESTHER is working towards.
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Currently the School District and Go Transit each provide about $20,000 anually to provide bus passes. Boys/Girls Club about $4,000 and Oshkosh Public Library.
The program included studies and statistics. I can provide you the Power Point if you wish. Just send an email request.
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Jennifer
How can we help? (1) Contact School Board and CIty Council members
(2) Donate to Tokens for Teens
(3) Join he ESTHER group and make Oshkosh a better place
FInally, get the word out about the program
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