(Ed.'s Note: One of our three readers has a suggestion for the 19 candidates to the four positions on the Brownsville Independent School District board of trustees.
What would happen if all those interested in running for school board had to volunteer XXX number of hours in the classroom in order to qualify as a candidate. The volunteer time would have them assisting a teacher, covering lunch and bus duty and hosting a Parents Night. Maybe this way they will better understand the real needs of today's classrooms. And in case they don't win a spot on the board, the volunteer time "doubles" just to ensure they continue supporting teachers, students and parents as their campaigns promise.)