"Superintendent Maria Su said she would "absolutely" commit to "protect and fortify" San Francisco's programs for "newcomer" immigrant students during an impassioned rally Thursday evening. The pledge was made even though the district's budget documents show steep proposed cuts of both staff and student slots at newcomer programs across the district. Su was asked directly by a crowd of about 200 parents, students and teachers whether she would "protect and fortify" the newcomer programs,"
""I apologize that we did not work enough with the community," she told the crowd gathered at San Francisco International High School for a rally to "fight budget cuts to newcomer education." The crowd had asked Su and the school board president, Phil Kim, to sit in chairs facing the audience and say whether they would support their two demands:"
Maria Su pledged to "absolutely" protect and fortify San Francisco's newcomer immigrant student programs during an impassioned rally. District budget documents show proposed steep cuts of staff and student slots at newcomer programs across the district. About 200 parents, students and teachers demanded a pause on cuts for at least one year and collaboration on a protection plan with teachers. Newcomer programs provide intensive English language development, academic aid, and specially trained teachers. Su apologized for insufficient community engagement and promised there is no intention of cutting programs for newcomers or any student. Proposed $102 million cuts would disproportionately affect small, low-income schools.
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