Sioux Falls board hears class-size report, affirms focus on keeping elementary classes small District staff told trustees that the elementary-funded ratio is 24.3 students per teacher but current classroom averages are about 23.35:1 after extra FTE; the board acknowledged the report and discussed tradeoffs between smaller classes and support staff during upcoming budget decisions.

Sioux Falls School Board is grappling with the challenge of balancing class sizes and support staff in their upcoming budget decisions—what's the best path forward for our students?

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Join us in advocating for smaller class sizes. Every student deserves personalized attention. Read the @GreatLakesCenter report here: bit.ly/3ZedP29 #Advocacy #ClassSizeMatters #EducationEquity

Smaller classes not only boost academics but also enhance social-emotional development. Students thrive when they feel seen and supported. Read the @GreatLakesCenter report here: bit.ly/3ZedP29
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“In larger classes, it’s harder for students to know each other and establish routines.” - Rebecca Lunceford. Read the @GreatLakesCenter report here: bit.ly/3ZedP29 #TeacherInsights #ClassSizeMatters #StudentEngagement

California’s 1996 Class Size Reduction initiative aimed for 20 students per class in grades K-3. Let’s revisit and reinforce this commitment. Read the @GreatLakesCenter report here: bit.ly/3ZedP29 #CSRInitiative #ClassSizeMatters #EducationReform

Studies show that even small reductions in class size can lead to significant gains in student achievement. Read the @Great Lakes Center policy brief here:
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“We can’t demand that teachers be excellent in conditions that preclude excellence.” - Ellie Herman
Smaller classes enable better teaching. Read the @Great Lakes Center policy brief here: #TeacherSupport #ClassSizeMatters #QualityEducation bit.ly/3ZedP29

California ranks 5th in the nation for largest class sizes. Overcrowded classrooms hinder personalized learning. Read the @Great Lakes Center policy brief: #EducationPolicy #ClassSizeMatters #CaliforniaEducation bit.ly/3ZedP29

In 1964, California set class size limits: 31 students for kindergarten and 30 for grades 1-8. These “soft caps” still allow for overcrowding. Read the @Great Lakes Center policy brief: #EducationHistory #ClassSizeMatters #PolicyChange bit.ly/3ZedP29

School officials monitor kindergarten enrollment amid concerns over class sizes and structure District leaders assess kindergarten enrollments as class sizes and teaching structures evolve.

Revere Local School District's board is grappling with rising kindergarten enrollment and the critical need to maintain small class sizes for a better learning experience.

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“Class size affects everything.” - Rebecca Lunceford, 1st Grade Teacher. Hear from educators on how class size impacts teaching and learning. Read the @Great Lakes Center report here: bit.ly/3ZedP29
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Smaller class sizes = better outcomes.
Research shows reducing class sizes improves student achievement, especially for low-income and BIPOC students. Read the @Great Lakes Center report here: bit.ly/3ZedP29
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Westfield School District parents urge board to reconsider teacher cuts at Mark Twain Parents express concerns over proposed teacher layoffs and their impact on student support.

Parents are fighting back against proposed staffing cuts at Mark Twain Elementary, fearing that larger class sizes will leave vulnerable students without the support they desperately need.

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Board of Education urged to reduce class sizes and fund extracurricular activities Educators call for smaller classes and extracurricular funding to enhance student success.

New Jersey educators are urging the School Board to prioritize smaller class sizes and funding for extracurricular activities to boost student success and creativity.

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This NYC teacher is in solidarity tonight, the eve of @CTULocal1 and @SEIU73's strike in Chicago tomorrow. We support Chicago teachers and staff. ✊ #PutItInWriting #Faircontractnow #teachers #classsizematters