Compare and contrast independent school districts with other types of special districts. For what purposes are these districts created? Should the functions of special districts be turned over to the states? Should they be turned over to city or county governments? Should they be turned over to private businesses? Why or why not?
What will be an ideal response?
An ideal response will:
1. Describe what special districts are and what they do.
2. Explain that independent school districts are a type of special district.
3. Explain how independent school districts are similar to other special districts. For example, all special districts are designed for a specialized purpose.
4. Explain how independent school districts are different from other special districts. For example, the public pays much greater attention to school districts than to mosquito abatement districts.
5. Evaluate whether special districts are serving their purpose well or whether these duties should be turned over to another government or to a private entity.
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