Leander ISD plans to ask the Texas Education Agency for a waiver for classes at three elementary schools that are currently larger than the maximum class size allowed.

During a Feb. 2 workshop, board members approved waivers for a fourth-grade class at Giddens Elementary School, a fourth-grade class at Parkside Elementary and three second-grade classes at Knowles Elementary. The maximum class size for kindergarten through fourth grade is 22 students, according to the TEA.

Daniel Cernero, the digital communications specialist for LISD, said the district monitors enrollment numbers daily and works in collaboration with the principals to make decisions about hiring additional teachers.

“Additional teachers for these campuses would be considered if enrollment continues to increase,” he said.