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Amy Tsai, Member of the Public on Overcrowding in NYC Public Schools and Call for Effective Class Size Reduction

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    Amy Tsai highlights the need for effective class size reduction in the NYC public school system, particularly in the Bronx Northwest Community School District 10.

    • Tsai, a parent of five in the NYC public school system, raises concerns about overcrowding and its effects on students.
    • She describes firsthand witnessing of crowded classrooms and limited resources in schools, resulting in inadequate academic and emotional support for students.
    • Tsai emphasizes the challenge of addressing the academic and emotional needs of a diverse student body, including those with Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) and English language learners.
    • She urges the NYC council to ensure laws aimed at reducing class size are effectively implemented, stressing the importance of small classes for better student-teacher interaction and overall student well-being.
    • Tsai ends by calling for accountability in implementing class size reduction measures, specifically mentioning the needs of children with special requirements.