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O'Neill, Jan; Mercier, Deborah – Journal of Staff Development, 2003
An elementary school combined earmarked federal and state funding, redistributing the money to pay for additional regular classroom teachers. The result was significantly lower class sizes and a better climate for student learning. All it took was the inspiration, a commitment, and a few waivers.
Descriptors: Class Size, Teacher Attitudes, Federal Aid, State Aid

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