School aid: penalties; exception to minimum days of pupil instruction requirement for district closure during a declared state of emergency; provide for. Amends sec. 101 of 1979 PA 94 (MCL 388.1701).
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Overview
This bill addresses school aid and attendance requirements. It establishes a penalty for districts that fail to meet minimum attendance reporting requirements, potentially leading to a withholding of state funds. The bill also includes an exception to the minimum days of pupil instruction requirement for districts experiencing closures due to declared state of emergencies. It clarifies rules regarding pupil attendance calculations and professional development hours, and introduces a waiver process for districts seeking flexibility in meeting instructional hour requirements.
Key provisions
- Districts must submit attendance data by specified deadlines or face state aid withholding.
- A penalty is imposed on districts failing to meet minimum pupil instruction hours and days.
- Districts can apply for a waiver to the minimum instruction hours requirement due to extreme weather events.
- Professional development hours for teachers can be counted towards pupil instruction under specific conditions.
- The bill outlines guidelines for calculating full-time pupil equivalency.
- It establishes a process for districts to request waivers for alternative education programs.
- The superintendent will review waiver standards every two years to ensure they remain appropriate.
- The bill includes exceptions for schools of excellence and dropout recovery programs.
Who is affected
- School districts
- Intermediate school districts
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