Insufficient classroom space is determined on a case-by-case basis. In making its determination whether insufficient classroom space exists, the superintendent may consider several factors, including but not limited to, the nature of the education program, the grade level, the available licensed employees, the instructional method, the physical space, student-teacher ratios, equipment and materials, facilities either being planned or under construction, facilities planned to be closed, financial condition of the school district and projected to be available, a sharing agreement in force or planned, a bargaining agreement in force, laws or rules governing special education class size, board-adopted school district goals and objectives, and other factors considered relevant by the superintendent.
Date Board Adopted: 12/18/2017
Date Board Updated/Reviewed: 3/21/2022
Legal Reference: Iowa Code § 282.18(13) (2013).
281 I.A.C. 17.6(3).