GREENWICH, Conn.—Greenwich Schools Superintendent Betty Sternberg has barred recruiting by Boy Scouts while classes are in session, drawing criticism from town officials and Boy Scouts supporters.
She says activities other than instruction are a disservice to students. School officials also say that no other organization has had such access, and they have offered after-school alternatives arrangements.
First Selectman Peter Tesei, who serves on the board of the Greenwich Council of the Boy Scouts of America, said Sternberg does not understand the community. He also criticized her judgment.
Before the current school year, Boy Scouts recruiters were allowed to make short presentations during class, assembly periods and lunchtime.
School administrators were concerned about the recruitment activities cutting into instruction time and ended the practice.
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Information from: Greenwich Time, http://www.greenwichtimeonline.com
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