2015-2016Budget Considerations

Chase City Elementary

Staffing/Personnel

Request: $106,000 out of regular funds for two teaching positions

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• Students assigned to smaller classes in grades K-3 do better in every way that can be measured: they score higher on tests, receive better grades, and exhibit improved attendance.

• Class reduction reduces the achievement gap.

• Gains from class size reduction in the early grades continue for students in the upper grades. Students are less likely to be retained, more likely to stay in school and more likely to earn better grades.

• At 75%, CCES has the highest free and reduced lunch rate in the division.

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Instruction

Request: $7,000 increase in instructional allocation

•Integrate Oxford-Sadlier program into word study for grades 1-5.

•Continue to build music program by purchasing additional instruments and maintaining current inventory.

Capital Improvements

Request: $35,000 for capital improvements

• Paint new lines and reapply coating to gym floor

• Replace aging playground equipment

• Build a new blacktop to replace old one