According to Nicole Kemper, treasurer of the Monongalia County Board of Education, the popular Summer Sizzler and Summer Avalanche learning enrichment programs will be funded in June and July.
"I know that's important to the board,"
she said. Board member Shawn Smith expressed relief, saying
"Now I don't have to worry about trying to hit the lottery,"after hearing the news. The decision comes as a positive note amidst sweeping federal cuts to the U.S.
Author's summary: Summer programs to continue despite federal cuts.