Minnesota Teachers Gathered to Review a Twelve Thousand Dollar School Board Decision

The room smelled of damp wool coats from the early October drizzle.

“They raised the price of school lunches to three dollars this year,” I said, tapping my fingers against the edge of my planner.

Tim set a cup near my elbow and leaned forward, resting his elbows on his knees.

“The families are feeling it, Clara. Regular gas is up to three dollars and continue reading …