SB 101
Creating position of homeless education coordinator in counties designated by state board as urban county
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Bill overview
This bill establishes a position of Homeless Education Coordinator in West Virginia counties designated as ‘urban counties’ by the state board. The coordinator will be responsible for ensuring homeless children and youth are identified, enrolled, and have equal access to education, coordinating referrals to necessary services, and working to prevent duplication of services. The bill also clarifies the duties of attendance directors and assistants, particularly regarding unexcused absences and home visits.
Key provisions
- Creates a Homeless Education Coordinator position in designated urban counties.
- Defines the duties of the Homeless Education Coordinator, including student identification, service referrals, and program coordination.
- Clarifies the roles and responsibilities of county attendance directors and assistants regarding unexcused absences and home visits.
- Establishes a System of Support Plan (SOS Plan) to encourage student attendance.
- Outlines procedures for addressing excessive unexcused absences, including contact with parents and potential magistrate action.
- Specifies documentation requirements for absences.
- Addresses school attendance for students participating in approved extracurricular activities.
- Designates counties as urban or rural based on Metropolitan Statistical Area (MSA) designations.
Who is affected
- Homeless children and youth
- School districts in designated urban counties
- County attendance directors and assistants
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