SB 879
Requiring public high school students submit FAFSA prior to graduation
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Bill overview
This bill requires all public high school students in West Virginia to submit a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) before graduating. It amends existing state code to include this requirement as a prerequisite for receiving a high school diploma. The bill also establishes provisions for public charter schools, outlining their criteria and operational guidelines, and exempts them from certain regulations typically applied to public schools. The goal is to increase student access to financial aid resources.
Key provisions
- High school students must submit a FAFSA prior to graduation.
- This requirement applies to both public and public charter schools.
- Public charter schools are subject to specific criteria and governance structures outlined in the bill.
- The bill establishes exemptions for public charter schools from certain regulations typically applied to public schools.
- Schools must provide support to students and families to facilitate FAFSA completion.
- The state board is responsible for developing rules to ensure compliance with federal privacy laws.
- The bill amends existing code to include a new section (§18-2-46) regarding the FAFSA requirement.
Who is affected
- Public high school students
- Parents/Guardians of public high school students
- Public charter schools
- West Virginia Board of Education
- The United States Department of Education
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