Johns' proposal is not the answer

Bill Johns has argued that renovations to Cheney High School can be accomplished for $11.65 million. He presented this option to the citizens’ committee, school board and in newspapers.

The truth is that his plan is simply inadequate. While his plan would add classrooms and a small alternative school, many needs would be left unmet and CHS would still fall short in key areas.

Sports teams would still be short gym space, leaving them practicing late in the evening or busing to elementary schools, which displaces elementary activities.

Drama and choir students would still be left without a theat...