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Parents urge action as Walt Whitman third-grade class sizes remain high; board outlines staffing process
Summary
Several Walt Whitman parents told the Board of Education they were frustrated and surprised when the district did not add a fourth third‑grade section this school year, leaving three classes with 23–24 students each while other elementary schools have smaller classes.
Several Walt Whitman parents told the Board of Education on Tuesday they were frustrated and surprised when the district did not add a fourth third‑grade section this school year, leaving three classes with 23–24 students each while other elementary schools have smaller third‑grade classes.
"Our concern is about consistency and equity," parent Jennifer Mas told the board. She urged the district to reduce class sizes in early grades and asked the board to add class‑size reduction tutors to crowded rooms for the 2025–26 year. Another parent, Lisonbee Sorin, said families felt "blindsided and disregarded" when the enrollment decision was made without earlier communication.
Superintendent Rogers answered during the meeting, explaining the district…
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