The North Judson-San Pierre School Board has taken the first step toward a reduction in force, should one be necessary this year.
They voted last night to follow procedures outlined in state law if and when teacher layoffs are necessary. Superintendent Dr. Annette Zupin says a lot will depend on the success of the upcoming kindergarten roundup and enrollment at the junior/senior high school for next year.
She adds any actual reductions will take place between May 1 and July 1.
School board member Derrick Stalbaum asked for clarification of how RIFs are handled if two teachers have identical certifications, licensure and evaluations. Zupin says the board then looks at what is the best interest of the school, experience and seniority to make a decision.
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