S 406
An Act relative to recovery high schools
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Bill overview
This bill, An Act relative to recovery high schools, seeks to establish and support recovery high schools in Massachusetts. Recovery high schools are designed to provide a supportive educational environment for students who have experienced significant challenges, such as homelessness or involvement with the juvenile justice system. The bill aims to create a network of these schools and ensure they have the resources necessary to help students succeed academically and transition to further education or employment.
Key provisions
- Establishes a network of recovery high schools across Massachusetts.
- Defines the criteria for establishing and operating a recovery high school.
- Requires the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education to develop guidelines and support for these schools.
- Authorizes funding for recovery high schools through the Department of Education.
- Focuses on providing individualized support and services to students.
- Prioritizes student well-being and stability.
Who is affected
- Students experiencing homelessness
- Students involved with the juvenile justice system
- School districts in Massachusetts
- The Department of Elementary and Secondary Education
- The Department of Education
Notable changes
- The bill establishes a formal framework for recovery high schools within the Massachusetts education system.
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Primary sponsor
Joan B. Lovely
Cosponsor
Joan B. Lovely
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Bill S.406 194th (Current)
An Act relative to recovery high schools
By Ms. Lovely, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 406) of Joan B. Lovely for legislation relative to recovery high schools. Education.
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Bill Information
Presenter: Joan B. Lovely
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Displaying 4 actions for Bill S.406
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Referred to the committee on Education |
| 2/27/2025 | House | House concurred |
| 6/25/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 07/08/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in B-2 |
| 9/22/2025 | Senate | Accompanied a new draft, see S2610 |
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