HB 5048
To ensure virtual instruction for foster students while in temporary placement facilities.
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Bill overview
This bill aims to guarantee that foster children who are temporarily placed in care continue to receive their education through virtual learning. It requires that, while awaiting placement with a foster family, these students receive instruction from their previous school district or the county where they currently reside, utilizing virtual learning capabilities. The bill also mandates IT training for those responsible for the foster child’s care and ensures a smooth transition of educational information to the foster family upon placement.
Key provisions
- Foster children awaiting residential placement must receive virtual instruction.
- Virtual learning should be provided by the child’s previous school district or the county of current residence.
- Virtual learning must adhere to existing education codes.
- Individuals responsible for foster children must receive IT training.
- Educational information must be transferred to the foster family upon placement.
Who is affected
- Foster children
- Foster families
- County school districts
- Organizations responsible for foster care
- IT professionals
Notable changes
- Establishes a requirement for virtual instruction for foster children awaiting placement.
- Specifies the counties responsible for providing virtual learning.
- Requires IT training for those overseeing foster children's care.
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