tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8895200797299787815.post-69881378094997631282007-09-07T17:44:00.000-05:002007-09-07T17:44:00.000-05:00Anonymous 4:33 it is called --- putting the resources where they are needed. When over 1/2 the students in a school live in poverty (Webster Elementary) that puts a strain on the school and those children come to school with fewer experiences, less ready for school (for example some have never had anyone read them a book) etc., the smaller class size allows the teacher to meet the needs of ALL the students in the class. The needs just aren't as great in a school with less than 1/2.<BR/><BR/>As for Roosevelt, if the school goes from 55% poverty to 20% the strain will not be as great to meet the needs of those that are disadvantaged. That is what is meant by directing resources where the need is greatestTeresa Thielhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01097990067216672469noreply@blogger.com