The article outlines the implications of a new state law mandating reduced class sizes in New York City schools, which will require compliance by September 2028. This change will have significant financial demands, with estimates suggesting an annual cost of up to $1.9 billion for hiring and creating additional classroom space. The mayoral candidates are under pressure to find funding solutions and navigate critical decisions about exemptions and enrollment caps. The next administration faces challenges in ensuring that high-need schools do not suffer under these regulations.
The city must reach full compliance by September 2028, making class size reduction a significant task for the next mayor.
The next administration will need to determine funding sources for the $1.9 billion annually projected to implement this law.
Candidates are divided on whether to exempt some schools from the class size law, indicating a need for strategic decision-making.
How to successfully implement class size caps without jeopardizing support for high-need schools is a critical challenge ahead.
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