HB 5435
The purpose of this bill is to increase funding for rural counties in this state by adding a multiplier to the IEP calculation.
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Bill overview
This bill aims to increase funding for rural counties in West Virginia by adjusting how the per-pupil allotment is calculated. Specifically, it introduces a 3:1 multiplier for students with Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) in these counties. This adjustment is intended to address funding disparities between rural and non-rural areas, ensuring that rural schools receive additional support for students with special needs.
Key provisions
- Increases the per-child allotment for rural counties with students receiving IEPs.
- Establishes a 3:1 multiplier for students with IEPs in rural school systems.
- Defines ‘rural county’ based on total enrollment and the number of students with IEPs.
- Specifies calculations for determining county density (sparse, low, medium, high).
- Clarifies definitions related to enrollment, personnel, and funding sources.
- Addresses the calculation of net enrollment, including provisions for vocational programs and early childhood education.
- Requires the Legislative Oversight Commission to review the provisions related to low-enrollment counties.
- Establishes a ‘sparse-density county’ based on the ratio of net enrollment to square miles.
Who is affected
- Rural County School Systems in West Virginia
- Students with Individualized Education Plans (IEPs)
- West Virginia Board of Education
- County Boards of Education
- Professional Educators and Service Personnel
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