Parental communication: teacher meetings.
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No
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- Introduced
- Passed Senate
- Passed Assembly
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill amends California law to expand parental communication rights with their children’s teachers. Specifically, it allows parents or guardians to communicate with teachers using telephone or video conferencing if an in-person meeting isn’t possible. The bill prohibits recording these communications and includes provisions regarding parental involvement in school policies and programs. It also addresses potential costs associated with implementing these changes.
Key provisions
- Allows parents/guardians to communicate with teachers via telephone or video conferencing when in-person meetings are not feasible.
- Prohibits recording or transcription of these remote communication sessions.
- Requires schools to notify parents of potential privacy risks associated with remote meetings.
- Updates Section 51101 of the Education Code to reflect these changes.
- Addresses potential costs associated with implementation through state reimbursement.
- Deletes an obsolete reference.
- Reinforces the importance of parental involvement in school policies and programs.
- Includes provisions regarding restraining orders and custody/visitation orders.
Who is affected
- Parents/Guardians of public school students
- Teachers
- School Districts
- The Commission on State Mandates
- Educational Rights Holders
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