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FL S0002
Joint Resolution
Status
3/31/2010
Primary Sponsor
JD Alexander
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AI Summary
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Converts current maximum class size limits to average class size limits per grade grouping within each public school: prekindergarten through grade 3 (18 students average), grades 4-8 (22 students average), and grades 9-12 (25 students average)
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Establishes new maximum class size limits for individual classrooms: 21 students for prekindergarten through grade 3, 27 students for grades 4-8, and 30 students for grades 9-12
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Exempts extracurricular and virtual classes from class size requirements
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Makes the state responsible for funding costs associated with meeting class size requirements, not local school districts
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Amendment takes effect upon voter approval and operates retroactively to the 2010-2011 school year
Legislative Description
Class Size Requirements for Public Schools [WPSC]
Last Action
Signed by Officers and filed with Secretary of State; companion bill(s) passed, see CS/HB 5101 (Ch. 2010-154)
5/19/2010