Students Setting Fires Poses Problem

More fires have been reported in schools within the last two months than the entire 2003/2004 year. Most of these fires have been set by the students themselves. This is leading to increased patrol in bathrooms and stairwells. In addition, firefighters are being stationed at schools for additional protection. Nearly 76 fires have already been reportrd this school year. On October 20th, 10 fires were reported in Baltimore schools alone. School officials claim these fires are evidence of the $58 million deficit and a lack of staff and extra-curricular activities, as well as overcrowded classrooms.
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