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Wachusett Regional School Committee Discusses Class Size Report and Middle School Initiatives

The school committee reviewed and discussed the class size report for November 2025. Dr. Corollo presented the report, noting that special education and English language development class numbers are not included, and the report focuses on ELA class sizes at the middle school level and K-12 overall. The report highlights potential needs for additional classrooms in preschool due to enrollment predictions. FTE adjustments and reductions in teaching positions at Choxet and the high school for FY25 and FY26 were also detailed. The presentation included average class sizes for middle school grades (6-8) for the past two years and average teacher caseload sizes, with noted disparities, particularly at Mount View Middle School. Discussions also touched upon world language offerings, potential for hybrid classes, and the need to align middle school schedules and practices as part of the strategic plan. The report aims to provide greater transparency and address disparities across schools and grade levels. Several members asked clarifying questions about data collection, breaking down class sizes by academic level, and the distribution of students with IEPs/504s.