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NYC set to save millions in delayed class-size mandates for public schools – but at what cost?
New York City will save $500 million by delaying class-size reduction mandates for public schools, but critics warn the extension may exacerbate inequities in education. The state postponed the deadline by two years, allowing the city to avoid immediate investments in staffing and construction, though concerns remain about how resources will be distributed to ensure equitable compliance.
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