From a legal point of view which of the following is the most accurate statement regarding Mr. Smith's letter to the editor?

Middle school band teacher Fred Smith wrote a letter to the editor of the local newspaper outlining his concerns about district financial support for band students. Specifically, Fred contended that his continued requests for funds to repair and/or replace band instruments were routinely rejected by the building principal.

I. Funding for band instruments is a matter of public concern and his letter to the editor is protected speech
II. Funding for band instruments is a matter of personal concern and is not protected speech
III. Funding for band instruments is part of Mr. Smith's job description and his letter is not protected speech and out-weights any protections
IV. Letters to the editor regarding school district funding is protected speech

A. I & II only
B. I, III & IV
C. I & III only
D. I & IV only


C

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