S2610
An Act relative to recovery high schools
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Bill overview
This bill, S.2610, addresses recovery high schools in Massachusetts. It aims to establish a framework for these schools, focusing on providing alternative educational pathways for students who have not successfully completed traditional high school requirements. The bill seeks to standardize procedures and ensure accountability within these programs, ultimately supporting student success and graduation.
Key provisions
- Establishes the definition of a recovery high school.
- Outlines requirements for student eligibility and enrollment.
- Specifies standards for curriculum and instruction.
- Addresses student support services, including counseling and academic assistance.
- Requires data collection and reporting on student outcomes.
- Defines roles and responsibilities of school districts and the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education.
- Creates a process for reviewing and updating recovery high school policies.
Who is affected
- Students who have not completed high school requirements
- School districts in Massachusetts
- The Department of Elementary and Secondary Education
- Families of students attending recovery high schools
Sponsors
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Primary sponsor
Joint Committee on Education
Cosponsor
Joan B. Lovely
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Bill S.2610 194th (Current)
An Act relative to recovery high schools
Senate, September 22, 2025 -- The committee on Education to whom was referred the petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 406) of Joan B. Lovely for legislation relative to recovery high schools, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2610).
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Bill Information
Bill Information
Sponsor: Joint Committee on Education Status: Referred to Senate Committee on Ways and Means
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Bill History
Displaying 3 actions for Bill S.2610
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 9/22/2025 | Senate | Reported from the committee on Education |
| 9/22/2025 | Senate | New draft of S406 |
| 9/22/2025 | Senate | Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means |
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