9 Miss. Code. R. § 7-3-3.15 - CLASSROOM FACILITIES

3.15.1 Academic Classes

3.15.1.1 Classroom size

Regular classrooms shall contain a minimum of 600 square feet of floor space or a minimum of 20 square feet per student enrolled, whichever is greatest.

3.15.1.2 Classroom Equipment

Every classroom shall provide appropriate equipment for students and instructors to include, but not limited to:

A. Individual student seats and desks or tables and chairs chosen for comfort

B. Instructor's desk

C. Filing and storage facilities

D. Sufficient chalkboard, whiteboard, tack board, or equivalent

E. Window coverings to improve visual comfort and energy efficiency

F. Adequate laboratory facilities, equipment, and supplies for courses offered

3.15.2 Technical and Apprenticeship Trades

3.15.2.1 Classroom Size

The minimum size of the classroom shall be 600 square feet and be equipped to provide the greatest possible learning experience.

3.15.2.2 Classroom Equipment

Every classroom shall provide appropriate equipment for students and instructors to include, but not limited to:

A. Individual student seats and desks or tables and chairs chosen for comfort

B. Instructor's desk

C. Filing and storage facilities

D. Sufficient chalkboard, whiteboard, tack board, or equivalent

E. Window coverings to improve visual comfort and energy efficiency

F. Adequate laboratory facilities, equipment, and supplies for courses offered

3.15.2.3 Workshop/Laboratory Size

Facilities used for practical instruction shall meet the size standards prescribed for each discipline by the Office of Vocational and Technical Education of the State Department of Education.

3.15.2.4 Workshop/Laboratory Equipment

Equipment shall meet or exceed the minimum standard equipment list that is prescribed for each discipline by the Office of Vocational and Technical Education of the State Department of Education.

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9 Miss. Code. R. § 7-3-3.15

Amended 4/6/2017 Amended 4/27/2018 Amended 6/24/2018 Amended 2/4/2021 Amended 3/24/2023 Amended 10/4/2024