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TESTIMONY

Lupe Hernandez on Challenges in Special Education Class Size and Funding Allocation

3:43:08

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5 min

Lupe Hernandez highlights the challenges in class size and funding allocation for special education within New York City schools.

  • Hernandez is a New York City parent and sits on the citywide council for special education, sharing insights from personal experiences.
  • She discusses the limited availability of special education programs and the impact of class size on student support, particularly for students with disabilities.
  • The testimony addresses issues with the New York City public school system's approach to class size, funding allocations, and the impact on principals' budgeting capabilities.
  • Hernandez emphasizes the importance of timely resource allocation and the visible benefits of reduced classroom sizes, as evidenced during the hybrid learning period of the pandemic.
  • The testimony touches on systemic challenges in accurately projecting needs and allocating funds, specifically for students in temporary housing and with disabilities.