HB 2528
To permit students in Christian schools at the elementary and middle school level to participate in county level sport tournaments
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- Passed House of Delegates
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Bill overview
This bill allows elementary and middle school students attending private, parochial, or church schools in West Virginia to participate in county-level basketball tournaments at the end of the season, with the exception of invitational tournaments. The bill aims to expand opportunities for these students to participate in extracurricular activities. It modifies existing regulations regarding athletic participation for private and nonpublic school students, aligning their eligibility with that of public school students under certain conditions.
Key provisions
- Allows elementary and middle school students from private, parochial, and church schools to participate in county basketball tournaments.
- Excludes invitational tournaments from this participation.
- Requires eligible students to meet academic and age requirements.
- Establishes rules for participation, including compliance with disciplinary rules and vaccination requirements.
- Extends eligibility to students receiving home instruction, participating in the Hope Scholarship Program, or attending a microschool/learning pod.
- Recognizes preparatory athletic programs as nonparticipating members for national competition.
- Requires private schools to pay fees similar to public schools for participation.
Who is affected
- Students attending private, parochial, and church schools
- County school boards
- West Virginia Secondary School Activities Commission
- Parents of students
- Private and parochial schools
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