Seattle Schools Community Forum: Cuts Happening Throughout Seattle Schools

Seattle Schools Community Forum: Cuts Happening Throughout Seattle Schools

Cuts Happening Throughout Seattle Schools

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I just learned that my school Franklin will be losing 6 full time teachers next year. Other South Seattle schools are also apparently losing teachers. For a district supposedly committed to equity this is shocking. We'll have to either cut out some of our electives ( we already are pretty limited - 1 ceramics teacher, 1 drawing/painting teacher, 1 music teacher, 1 drama teacher in the arts, for instance, so what do we lose?) Or cram more students into core classes if we lose non-elective teachers. I teach English. 65% of our kids speak a language other than English at home. Around 70% are free or reduced lunch eligible. Let's lose 6 people at the Central Office ( I'd like to see the Director level abolished) and keep teachers in the buildings.

There was some discussion about how Running Start students aren't count and therefore, the school's enrollment count drops.  Maybe Kellie LaRue could give us some insights on this issue.

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Our principal at Eckstein held back tears at this morning’s staff meeting as she shared next year’s cuts.

Dearborn Park will likely be forced to drop the entire language immersion program if we aren't given another teacher...

But also if they make schools less attractive with fewer electives and/or crowded classes, more people will leave SPS for Charters and Private schools. It's a vicious cycle.

And, I think perhaps it’s on us to pressure our elected school board CONTINUE READING: Seattle Schools Community Forum: Cuts Happening Throughout Seattle Schools