Budget Battle: Milwaukee Public Schools Responds to Sick-Out (Wisconsin RAT Fleas extend school yr)

Budget Battle: MPS Responds to Sick-OutBy Tim Lethlean Story Created: Feb 19, 2011 MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee Public Schools is responding to numerous questions from parents, families, and residents as to how the budget discussions and "sick-out" impact the education process in the district. Below is text produced by MPS in an attempt to answer those questions: **SNIP** Will there be discipline for teachers and others who called in sick to go to the protests in Madison? What happens when the district has to close schools due to teacher absences? What expectation does Superintendent Thornton have for MPS employees during these...