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Montgomery Township School District in New Jersey Explores Full-Day Kindergarten Options

The Montgomery Township School District in New Jersey is considering a referendum to establish full-day kindergarten in the district. The proposal includes a recurring cost of $1.62 million for the first year, with the goal of providing a comprehensive educational experience for young students.

As part of the district's efforts to enhance its educational offerings, the referendum would fund a full-day kindergarten program, which would be taught by seven full-time classroom teachers, one part-time visual and performing arts teacher, one full-time health and physical education teacher, two special services teachers, six educational support assistants, a full-time custodian, a full-time counselor, a full-time clerk, a part-time assistant librarian, and a part-time lunch aide.

Montgomery Township School District is not the only district in New Jersey considering this option. In fact, out of 11 school districts that do not currently offer full-day kindergarten, six are located in Central Jersey – Montgomery, Bridgewater-Raritan, Metuchen, Monroe, New Providence, and Westfield.

The referendum question includes two parts: one asks voters whether to approve the recurring cost of a full-day kindergarten program, projected to be $1.62 million in the first year, and the second part asks if they are willing to pay for improvements at the former Kid Connection building to house the program.

While the results of the referendum are still unofficial, it appears that the proposal is too close to call, with a margin of just 62 votes separating those who support and oppose the measure. The outcome of this vote will have significant implications for the district's educational offerings and its students' future academic success.

Ultimately, the decision to establish full-day kindergarten in Montgomery Township School District will depend on the opinions of its voters. However, with only 11 school districts in New Jersey not currently offering full-day kindergarten, it is likely that this proposal will have a significant impact on the district's educational landscape and its students' opportunities for growth and development.

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