Rephrasing the question to Mary Ann: 'How many layoffs is STRS planning?'

From John Curry, April 16, 2009
Subject: Re: Mary Ann...Oregon School District

Mary Ann,

I understand the effects upon those Oregon educators, their families, and the community. But, this is becoming common practice with the advent of the current downturn in the economy. Unfortunately, it is a fact of life. Now, ....... about the second sentence in my letter to you, "How many layoffs is STRS planning on due to the current economic crunch and the tremendous loss of investments at STRS?" Is STRS doing or planning to do what other entities of government do when faced with similar financial difficulties?

John

From Mary Ann Cervantes, April 16, 2009
Subject: RE: Mary Ann...Oregon School District

John,

About 91 total on the block if we go to the second tier. That includes all faculty and staff. In our school there are 12 teachers in the first tier, with a total of 25 in the district. Another 13 are charted for tier 2.

This is just awful. Our school is designated Excellent. This will crush us.

I am glad to be able to give up my job to another when I retire. This was part of my decision. The other side is that those left will have some terrible effects to deal with.

Mary Ann

[Ms. Cervantes is retiring from her position as Counselor with the Oregon City Schools, effective July 1, 2009.]