Insufficient classroom space shall be determined on a case-by-case basis. In making its determination whether insufficient classroom space exists, the board 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 board. This policy shall be reviewed by the board annually. It shall be the responsibility of the superintendent to bring this policy to the attention of the board each year. Legal Reference: Iowa Code 282.18 (13) (2003). 281 I.A.C. 17.6 (3). Cross Reference: 103 Educational and Operational Planning 501.15 Open Enrollment Transfers – Procedures as a Receiving District 606.1 Class Size – Class Grouping Approved Jan. 14, 2004 Reviewed March 11, 2019 Revised