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Public commenters pitch digital yearbook project and urge more support for inclusive education
Summary
Two public commenters asked the board to consider a paid digital yearbook product that would raise funds for schools and called on the district to strengthen services for students with disabilities, multilingual learners and paraeducators.
During the public‑comment portion of the Jefferson Union High School District meeting, two speakers addressed the board with separate proposals: Emily Ward described a commercial digital yearbook service called "Real Time," and Pablo Escoleta, a paraprofessional at Jefferson High, urged stronger advocacy and services for students with disabilities and English‑learners.
Emily Ward, who identified herself as a former PayPal executive and co‑founder…
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