The provisions of this policy apply only to a district-wide reduction of staff. [Idaho Code 33-514, 33-515, 33-522, 33-522A]
Reduction in certificated staff shall occur when it is the decision of the Board that one or more of the following has occurred:
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A substantial reduction in funds which will be available to the District for maintenance and operation and such reduction cannot be avoided by the exercise of the Board’s taxing powers, but not including levy elections which require voter approval for additional funds.
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A substantial reduction in total pupil enrollment.
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The discontinuance by the Board of a particular type of teaching service, class or course of study, provided that such discontinuance is not for discriminatory reasons.
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A significant reduction or elimination of categorical funds for specific programs offered by the District.