AZ HB2199

Establishes a class size reduction and teacher retention program administered by the state board of education targeting kindergarten and grades 1-3 with target class sizes of 15-22 pupils per classroom.

Appropriates $1 million annually from the state general fund beginning in fiscal year 2017-2018, with individual school districts limited to a maximum of $100,000 per fiscal year.

Requires the state board of education to adopt rules for school district applications and eligibility, which must include detailed class size reduction plans and may require information on teacher employment, economically disadvantaged student percentages, and proposed implementation sites.

Mandates annual reports by September 1 to state leadership detailing program participation, academic results, teacher retention rates, and measurable outcomes including disciplinary improvements and graduation rate changes.

Program terminates January 1, 2023, with a comprehensive effectiveness review and continuation recommendation required in the 2021 annual report.