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NY S06236
Bill
Status
3/7/2025
Primary Sponsor
Stephen Chan
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AI Summary
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Delays the start of New York City class size reduction plans from September 2023 to September 2031, with full compliance deadline moved from 2028 to 2036
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Maintains existing class size targets: 20 students maximum for grades K-3, 23 students for grades 4-8, and 25 students for high school classes
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Adds four new exemptions to class size targets: gifted and talented schools/programs, screened admissions schools/programs, portfolio and specialized high schools, and advanced placement classes
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Requires parents to be included through school leadership teams in any discussions and decisions regarding class size exemptions at their respective schools
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Preserves existing exemptions for space constraints, over-enrolled students, license area shortages, and severe economic distress
Legislative Description
Relates to delaying the implementation of class size reduction plans and including additional exemptions to class size targets; provides such plans shall begin in September 2031 and be achieved by September 2036; adds gifted and talented schools and programs, screened admissions schools and programs, portfolio and specialized high schools and advanced placement classes; requires parents at each respective school be included on any discussions regarding class size exemptions.
Last Action
REFERRED TO NEW YORK CITY EDUCATION
1/7/2026