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Board tables class-size capacity guidance and transfer limits until April 22
Summary
Facing staffing fluctuations and a potential school closure, the Emporia Board voted to table approval of the annual class-size capacity document (required for May 1 posting) and asked administrators to prepare two scenarios for the April 22 meeting.
The board debated the annual class-size capacity document that guides in-district and out-of-district transfer approvals and is required to be posted by May 1. Dr. Hog described how the capacities were set based on current staffing and cost-containment decisions; she said the numbers are fluid as resignations and enrollments change.
Board members voiced concern about locking in capacities before April 22, when the board may decide on a potential school closure that would affect available transfer space at Riverside and William Allen White. Several members suggested publishing two scenarios (one assuming no closure and one that would set zeros for schools slated to close) and returning the item for action after the April 22 meeting. Lindell confirmed preparing two options is feasible.
A motion to table the recommended class-size capacities and transfer guidance until the April 22 meeting passed by unanimous vote ('Motion passes 70'). Administrators said they will prepare scenario options and follow up with notification timelines tied to state/policy posting requirements.
