Julia Ford, co-chairman of the Middlesex Middle School PTO, discusses three line items she feels are critical in the proposed 2013-14 school budget, including money for non-fiction books, technology and shared math and literary specialists for the middle and high schools at a special Board of Education meeting, Tuesday, Feb. 5. Megan Spicer/Staff photo
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Julia Ford, co-chairman of the Middlesex Middle School PTO,...
Tara Ochman, left, and Shannon Silsby spoke on behalf of the PTO in support of basic items that need upgrading and maintenance in the elementary schools. They showed images of furniture that was nearing 50 years old and carpeting that they believe needs to be replaced in the schools. They also addressed a technology stipend for the schools and increasing the summer secretarial support at a special Board of Education meeting, Tuesday, Feb. 5. Darien, Conn. Megan Spicer/Staff photo
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Tara Ochman, left, and Shannon Silsby spoke on behalf of the PTO in...