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Greece school board candidates stress safety, academic recovery and support for students with diverse needs
Summary
At a May 20 candidate forum, seven candidates for the Greece Central School District Board of Education outlined priorities including school safety, raising reading and math performance, staffing and supports for students with disabilities and English learners.
Seven candidates for seats on the Greece Central School District Board of Education appeared at a public forum May 20 at the district Transportation and Support Service Facility to discuss school safety, student achievement and services for students with disabilities and English language learners ahead of the district election.
Candidates said safety and academic performance are top priorities for the district. “Safety within our schools must be improved to address violence,” said Shauna Smith, a candidate and parent. Several candidates linked classroom disruption and student behavior to lost instructional time and urged more mental-health and behavioral supports.
The discussion centered on several recurring themes: increasing resources for social-emotional and mental-health services in buildings, hiring and retaining teachers and support staff, and…
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