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District projects modest enrollment decline; kindergarten expected to grow
Summary
A district staffer presented enrollment projections and staffing recommendations ahead of the budget season, citing a projected small net decline in total students but a large increase in kindergarten enrollments at some schools.
District staff member Mr. Farisi presented the Newington Board of Education with an enrollment and staffing projection report intended to inform the upcoming budget. Farisi said the projections combine the district’s model (NESDAC) with local housing occupancy data and open‑choice seat declarations.
The nut graf: Farisi told the board the district expects a small net decline in total enrollment for next year but a notable jump in kindergarten enrollment that will drive staffing requests and require at least one additional kindergarten teacher at Elizabeth Green School.
Farisi walked the…
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