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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]Class size isn’t everything but it is extremely important. Larger class sizes mean more class room disruptions, stressed teachers who are stretched too thin, and a greater reliance on screens so that teachers are able to pull small groups. I heard a parent of a current K student say that their child complains of their brain tingling because of all the screen time.

Class size is wildly important, especially in the early elementary years. I’m surprised that so many people are complacent with a K ratio of 1:26, especially since this is a county wide issue.

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It is a function of how positions are allocated in the operating budget.

"Classroom teacher positions for Grades K–5 are allocated based on enrollment projections to Kindergarten using a class size guideline of 24, to Grades 1–2 using a class size guideline of 25, to Grade 3 using a class size guideline of 26, and to Grades 4-5 using a class size guideline of 28. Additional classroom teacher positions are provided to focus and Title I schools to Grades K–2 using a class size guideline of 18, to Grade 3 using a class size guideline of 24, and to Grades 4-5 using a class size guideline of 26."

[url]https://www2.montgomeryschoolsmd.org/siteassets/district/departments/budget/fy2024/fy2024_summarybudget_final.pdf[/url][/quote]

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