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Committee debate centers on K–3 literacy: proposal for $350,000 in ESPs vs. expanding dual‑language program
Summary
Committee members highlighted 644 third‑grade students below grade level and proposed dedicating about $350,000 to place education support professionals (ESPs) in K–3 classrooms; staff said the budget is constrained and that expanding DLI programming also has family demand.
Committee discussion during the North Wasco County School District 21 budget review focused on how limited funds should be prioritized to improve literacy and student outcomes.
A committee member urged the district to target K–3 literacy, citing district data that 644 third‑grade students are below grade level (411 one grade below, 205 two grades below, 138 three or more grades below). The member proposed allocating about $350,000 to place an education support professional (ESP) in each third‑grade classroom to…
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