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Teachers and parents question 'pod' classroom model, urge more teacher space in Wallingford ed specs
Summary
Multiple teachers and parents told the forum the draft ed specs' shift toward shared "pod" teacher spaces raises concerns about teacher prep time, confidential student meetings and special education breakout needs; consultants said pods reflect current state design standards and that architects will size expansion areas on site plans.
Several teachers and parents at the May 3 forum urged the board to reconsider portions of the draft educational specifications that call for shared teacher "pods" rather than individual classrooms.
Catherine Monaghan, an elementary teacher, said she "would love to go in‑depth" but emphasized that "having your own room makes a drastic difference" for planning, small‑group instruction and confidential meetings. Tricia Perron, a Sheehan teacher, said staff were asked about "what would be great…
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