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Board approves one additional elementary teaching position as kindergarten class grows
Summary
United South Central School Board approved adding one elementary teacher for 2026–27 after trustees and administrators flagged current kindergarten enrollment (48) could create two uneven sections; motion passed by voice vote.
The United South Central School Board approved adding one elementary teaching position for the 2026–27 school year to address rising section sizes.
An agency official (Speaker 4) explained current kindergarten enrollment stands at 48 students and that two sections of 24 would be preferable to maintain balanced class sizes. The official said enrollment rarely declines over the summer and recommended adding the posted elementary position now to align with ongoing hiring processes. The board approved the additional position by voice vote.
The board and administrators said the new hire would be tied to enrollment and the district’s hiring timeline. The position approval was framed as proactive staffing to ensure manageable section sizes and continuity of instruction.
