2007-12-17 05:38:09 · 6 answers · asked by whibit 2 in Entertainment & Music ➔ Television ➔ Reality Television
SEE BELOW ON DENISE:
Press Release: Mrs. Denise Martin
December 17, 2007
Douglas Public Schools
On the “Survivor China” television program that aired on December 16, 2007, Mrs. Denise Martin, an employee of the Douglas Public Schools, stated that she was demoted from her position as a cafeteria worker upon her return from taping the show. This statement is false. In fact, Mrs. Martin held a full-time position as a custodian prior to her participation in the series, and she returned to this same position upon her return from China. Mrs. Martin was granted - at her request - an unpaid leave of absence so that she could participate in the “Survivor” program. We were pleased and excited to support Denise, and have enthusiastically cheered her on throughout the duration of the show.
Although Mrs. Martin was a cafeteria employee prior to her selection as a contestant, she asked to be considered for a promotion to full-time custodian, and was promoted to this position on March 30, 2007. This promotion came with additional benefits and a higher salary. Following her leave, she then returned to this same position.
Regretfully, the Douglas Public School District was inaccurately portrayed as failing to be accommodating to an employee during what the District viewed as a “once-in-a-lifetime” opportunity. This is far from the case. On the contrary, we granted all requests made by Mrs. Martin so that she could participate in the “Survivor” series. Since Mrs. Martin was on an approved leave, her position was held open for her, and she returned to this same position upon her return from China. As a District, we make every effort to support our employees, and will continue to do so.
Nancy T. Lane
Superintendent of Schools
2007-12-17 07:31:52 · answer #1 · answered by Jessie H 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think the producers got off easy this year. They didn't give away the usual $100,000. to a second place winner. Then they got to look like nice guys for giving $50,000 to the lunch lady. I know they all get a nice vacation out of the deal. Even if u are the 1st to get kicked off they can't let you go home till the end cuz then people at home will know that you are not the winner. Can you imagine a month plus in China?
2007-12-17 06:56:05 · answer #2 · answered by looking4answers 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Yeah they all do
I think second place gets 100,000 and it goes down from there
I thought it was stupid the Mark Burnette only gave Denise 50,000 when she probably made just about that much by coming in fouth place
2007-12-17 05:41:33 · answer #3 · answered by xenon 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
no, this season was the first time they did that, Denise got 50 thousand because she lost her job and Mr Burnett felt sorry for her, James won 100 thousand for the sprint giveaway not from cbs
only the winner is given money otherwise
2007-12-17 05:56:47 · answer #4 · answered by Arthur B. Chaney 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
They all get money. The longer they stay, the more they make.
In past years, someone won a new vehicle. I think the $100K fan vote was a much better way to go.
2007-12-17 06:41:51 · answer #5 · answered by bdancer222 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
if they are well liked by the public they could make millions.....remember that elizabeth hasselback from the view was originally on survivor
2007-12-17 06:18:45 · answer #6 · answered by cassidymt 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋