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Budget Crisis Puts School Nurses on the Chopping Block - Erika Lathon
While the Wilson County Commission ponders a property tax increase, educators say without one they'll be forced to cut programs and staff.
Administrators say school nurses like Rhonda Smith of Lakeview Elementary could be among the first to go if layoffs become necessary.
For special needs students like eleven year old Adam Mochrie having a nurse on staff is critical.
Adam's parents say without a nurse their son would not be able to attend Lakeview Elementary.
The Wilson County Commission is being asked to pass a thirty four cent property tax increase to help fund schools.
The district is required to have a final budget in place by October.Budget Crisis Puts School Nurses on the Chopping Block - Erika Lathon
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