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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]In FCPS class sizes for K-3 are huge. Big problem![/quote] When I went to FCPS in the 70s we typically had 35-40 kids per class. Doubt it's anywhere near that these days.[/quote] I taught in a system that had 35-40. I'm a strong classroom manager and yes, I could manage a group that size. But to really teach a group of kids, I've found the sweet spot to be under 20 for K-3. When I have fewer than 20 students I can provide all the needed small group instruction in reading, math and writing. I can help the few who need daily individual help in a particular area. I can focus on building strong SEL, offering appropriate RTI, and the entire class can breathe. Good public schools offer small class sizes. (There are high performing publics with large ones, but high test scores are reflective of high income parents which is totally different than a GOOD education.)[/quote]
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