By Adam Waxman
Contributing Writer

At the most recent Avon Grove School Board meeting on June 5, New London Township resident Anita Leininger voiced strong concerns about the board’s budget priorities and their impact on local families. Leininger is the parent of children who are home-schooled.

Speaking during the public comment portion of the meeting, Leininger emphasized that although she homeschools her children, she remains deeply invested in the district and its students.

“I come here all the time because I want to be involved in what the community’s doing and what the school board’s doing with our students,” Leininger said.

Her comments focused on a board decision involving a budget item that, while currently funded, raised concerns about its sustainability next year. Leininger questioned why the board was focusing on hypothetical future constraints when immediate needs remain pressing.

“I heard you all admit that there is enough money to cover it this year. So why are you worried about next year?” she asked. “Let’s worry about next year [later] because this year is important to all of us who are paying these taxes."

She also pointed out the broader effect such decisions have on local caregivers. “If you really cared, then you'd know that’s gonna affect the parents, the grandparents who are raising kids,” Leininger added, before concluding her remarks with a brief thank you.

The board did not directly respond during the meeting, but Leininger’s remarks underscore ongoing concerns from community members about balancing financial planning with the needs of students and families.