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I don’t believe the backlash is just a matter of emotions. Perhaps it’s a matter of logic. I think the school committee has to acknowledge that if there is this much opposition from the constituency than perhaps it’s time to take pause and reassess/regroup. That doesn’t mean a consolidation won’t occur. Perhaps it just means that they put the brakes on to ensure the easiest transition and greatest results for all parties involved. At a certain point you have to acknowledge that these are real, living, breathing people and not just numbers in an excel sheet/consulting report. You have to put the humanity back in it and also have to realize that sometimes mistakes are made. Yes, they hired this group and have to make tough decisions, but there is also no shame in slowing down the process and admitting that maybe the timeline isn’t optimal. People need to work together and leave their egos at the door.