CMS is preparing to cut its budget

As county commissioners handed Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools a pared-back budget, Superintendent Peter Gorman said today he'll unveil cutback plans in July.

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Gorman schools plan draws support

CMS parents and advocates say they understand reasons behind the moves.

Superintendent Peter Gorman's call for strong schools to give up a few good educators to help the neediest kids found a receptive audience among parents and education advocates.

CMS freezes hiring

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Superintendent Peter Gorman announced an immediate hiring freeze today, citing the prospect of a tight 2008-09 county budget.