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Locust Valley adds fourth UPK classroom after state doubles per‑pupil funding
Summary
Following a state increase in UPK funding from $5,400 to $10,000 per pupil, the board voted unanimously to open a fourth UPK section (18 students per class) to reduce a 12‑student waitlist; administration said set‑up costs were budgeted and teacher/TA costs remain the primary expense.
The Locust Valley Central School District board voted unanimously to add a fourth Universal Pre‑Kindergarten (UPK) classroom for the 2026–27 school year after administrators said the New York State Education Department increased UPK funding from $5,400 to $10,000 per pupil.
Superintendent Dr. Tranel said the change in state funding "increased it to $10,000 per pupil," calling the increase "very exciting" because it helps…
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