The proposal to implement tuition at Crest Memorial is deeply flawed and ignores the broader reality facing the district. Suggesting this is a sustainable path forward is misleading at best. There is a very real and ongoing risk of consolidation, and acting as though that outcome is off the table does a disservice to taxpayers and the community. Pushing the idea of tuition as a solution only creates confusion and false expectations, while failing to address the structural challenges that actually exist. This approach does not reflect responsible leadership. It fuels misinformation, distracts