(1) State moneys for K-3 class size shall be allocated as provided in this chapter.
(2) Elementary teacher allocations based on the prototypical schools formula provided in RCW
28A.150.260 and the Omnibus Appropriations Act for grades K-3 will be based upon budgeted K-3 enrollment as stated in the F-203 revenue estimate from September through December for the year budgeted.
(3) School districts, charter schools, and tribal compact schools must input their estimated K-3 class size for purposes of funding from September through December.
(4) K-3 enrollment will not include student full-time equivalent (FTE) enrolled in alternative learning experience programs that meet the requirements of WAC
392-121-182.
(5) Funded class size starting with January apportionment will be based on the actual average annual FTE enrollment reported in the P-223.
(6) School districts, charter schools, and tribal compact schools must meet the legislative compliance requirements of K-3 class size funding in order to generate the full allotment.
[Statutory Authority: RCW
28A.150.290 and
28A.710.040(5). WSR 21-04-039, § 392-122-500, filed 1/26/21, effective 2/26/21.]