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East Ridge parents urge North Shore board to add kindergarten teacher, warn of 28-student classes
Summary
Two East Ridge parents told the North Shore School District board that planned kindergarten sections of 28 students each would harm young learners, citing a principal note listing 56 kindergarten enrollments and the state's 17-to-1 K-3 target.
Two parents of incoming East Ridge Elementary kindergartners urged the North Shore School District board on Aug. 11 to add a teacher or additional resources after learning the school's current staffing plan would create two kindergarten classes of 28 students.
"This is not only concerning, but it's a disservice to our children at the most vulnerable stage of their educational journey," said Kelly, a parent who described her 5-year-old and asked the board…
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