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At the Tuesday council meeting, students, parents and district supporters packed the council chambers and also asked councilors to think creatively and work collaboratively to save Montclair schools
This board should consist of a diverse group of stakeholders who will diligently examine budget concerns and focus on enhancing school efficiency,
Many also pointed out that the cuts were only happening at schools located in Montclair’s South Side – in the 07042 ZIP code – and in the same schools that have historically been underfunded.
The Montclair Board of Education voted to cut 31 teachers and 34 paraprofessionals from its budget for the upcoming school year.
To balance a $5.5 million deficit in the budget, the Montclair school district will cut 31 teaching positions and dozens of paraprofessionals – cuts that union leaders are calling “draconian.”