HB 1282
provide for the admission of certain children younger than five years old to the kindergarten program of a school district.
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Bill overview
This bill allows some children younger than five to enroll in kindergarten programs within South Dakota school districts, even if they haven't yet turned five. Districts must adopt a policy outlining how they will evaluate a child's readiness for kindergarten, focusing on cognitive and social skills. Parents of children in districts without this policy can apply to transfer their child to another district that does. The bill also clarifies transfer procedures for students excused from attending school in their resident district.
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Primary sponsor
Kathy Rice
Cosponsor
Heather Baxter
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