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  • School district to add new post: Public advocate

    04/23/2002 12:23:45 PM PDT · by Cincinatus' Wife · 1 replies · 221+ views
    Orlando Sentinel ^ | April 23, 2002 | Mary Shanklin
    In a rare move for a school district, Orange County schools will soon hire a public advocate to answer questions and help direct students, parents and employees. School Superintendent Ron Blocker said Monday he will create an ombudsman position as part of an effort to make the district more accountable. "Some folks may be intimidated by our size or may not know how to navigate the district," the superintendent said. The position was first suggested by Blocker's accountability committee in November as one of 10 steps that could build public confidence in the district's ability to spend tax dollars wisely....