I stayed until the end as I have not done so for a school board meeting here before. It certainly was enlightening. It did not, however, reduce my irritation with the current negotiations (as we have been working this school year without a contract). The fact that the room was overwarm for my taste did not help my temperament. Hopefully, that didn't come through during my public comments.
This week is packed with evening events, including an open-to-the-public negotiation session on Wednesday. I tend to only go to these sorts of things in times of crisis. I certainly have great respect for those who attend them on a regular basis.