CLASS SIZE AND SCHOOL DAY Clause Samples

CLASS SIZE AND SCHOOL DAY. 9.01 Because the pupil-teacher ratio is a vital aspect of an effective education program that is directly related to the volume of teacher work, it is believed that making an effort to maintain a favorable pupil-teacher ratio should (a) enable teachers to help pupils achieve academically and socially, (b) provide more teacher time for each student and (c) aid in the recruitment and retention of above average teachers. Facilities, personnel and future planning shall be used to attain these goals when funds are available, and it is in the best interests of students. If the Board finds that funds are not available to maintain the following program, the Superintendent will be available, upon request, to the SHTA Representative Council to present the facts and conditions and the alternatives being considered to meet the financial limitations. If this occurs, the Superintendent will accept suggestions that may be considered by the Board. a. Elementary and secondary class sizes shall be at a maximum of 25/1 student-teacher ratio per building. In computing the student-teacher ratio for each building, the following certificated/licensed personnel shall be excluded: principal, assistant principal, staff assistant, ▇▇▇▇, coordinator, instructional coach/specialist, director, guidance counselor, librarian, social worker, school psychologist and speech therapist. b. In special subjects such as laboratory science, technology education, computer science or language laboratory courses, every attempt will be made to limit the number of students to available stations. c. These goals shall not interfere with various grouping procedures or educational practices which may result in team teaching, ungrading, large group instruction, leveling, etc. d. The student-counselor ratio at the secondary level shall be at a maximum of 300 to 1.
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