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continued <br /> • Employer hospitalization contribution increased to $6,354 annually per participating <br /> employee <br /> $ 1,220,000 Expansion budget incorporating: <br /> • Equity Professional Development <br /> • Human Capital Management Director to lead diversified recruitment efforts <br /> • Reinstatement of 10 teacher assistant days <br /> • Maternity leave for eligible staff <br /> • Restoration of Class Size in grades 4— 8 <br /> • A literacy facilitator to support alignment of curriculum assessment and instruction for <br /> middle and high schools <br /> • Two additional guidance counselors to address acuity of need in our largest elementary <br /> schools. <br /> • Custodial Manager/Supervisor to oversee and manage custodial staff and required <br /> professional development <br /> • Recruitment and talent management initiative encompassing tuition assistance and <br /> signing bonuses <br /> We believe the budget presented for your consideration aligns with the Orange Schools Strategic <br /> Plan and our core belief"First Choice for Families". We look forward to the year ahead and <br /> celebrating the successes of our students, staff and families. <br /> Sincerely, <br /> qg <br /> Dr. Todd Wirt <br /> Superintendent <br /> 4 <br />