[ppaul]

But maybe we can start something by reclaiming this little, local piece of the government.

Don't kid yourself.
Pull your children out now while there is still hope.
Besides - why should someone else be coerced to pay taxes to fund your child's, or anyone else's, music lessons?
It's not right. It's pure socialism. It is contrary to the clear teachings of our founding fathers.
And, it's un-American.

[FresnoDA]

Actually, we as parents pay for the lessons Paul. For a kid to play in the "band" an activity fee of $500 dollars per student has to be ponied up. As for "music lessons", those are $15 bucks a 1/2 hour in the Fresno/Clovis proper...again, paid for by Mom and Dad. All we are asking is for CUSD to maintain basic teacher levels...or does your model also apply to Basketball and Football coaches?