HB 3215
Allows chambers of commerce, community-based organizations, industry trade associations, corporations and nonprofit organizations to sponsor a public charter school.
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Bill overview
This bill expands the types of organizations that can sponsor public charter schools in Oregon. Currently, only school districts and the State Board of Education could sponsor these schools. This legislation now allows chambers of commerce, community-based organizations, industry trade associations, corporations, and nonprofit organizations to serve as sponsors. The bill also makes changes to the process for establishing and renewing charter schools, including requirements for virtual charter schools and provisions regarding employee assignments and collective bargaining.
Key provisions
- Allows chambers of commerce, community-based organizations, industry trade associations, corporations, and nonprofit organizations to sponsor public charter schools.
- Defines ‘community sponsor’ and outlines the requirements for such organizations to qualify.
- Updates the process for establishing and renewing public charter school charters, including timelines and requirements for proposals.
- Specifies requirements for virtual public charter schools, including plans for academic achievement and student access.
- Addresses employee assignment and collective bargaining within public charter schools.
- Clarifies the role of the school district board in approving charter school proposals.
- Outlines provisions for terminating a charter school and transferring assets.
- Establishes requirements for employee licensing and qualifications within public charter schools.
Who is affected
- Public charter schools
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