SB 567
Prohibiting charging Hope Scholarship students fees for extracurricular program-related services
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- Passed Senate
- Passed House of Delegates
- To Governor
- Became Law
Bill overview
This bill prohibits county boards and charter school governing boards in West Virginia from charging fees to Hope Scholarship students for extracurricular program-related services. It also modifies the academic achievement requirement for students participating in an individualized instructional program, allowing for a review of their academic work instead of standardized testing. The bill aims to reduce financial barriers for students receiving Hope Scholarships to participate in extracurricular activities.
Key provisions
- Prohibits fees for extracurricular program-related services.
- Modifies the academic achievement requirement for individualized instructional programs.
- Allows for a review of a student’s academic work instead of standardized testing for these programs.
- Reinforces the prohibition on refunds or rebates of Hope Scholarship funds.
- Requires annual verification of student residency and participation.
- Specifies procedures for returning to the program after failing to meet participation requirements.
- Addresses the allocation of funds for public school services provided to Hope Scholarship students.
Who is affected
- Hope Scholarship students
- West Virginia county boards
- West Virginia charter school governing boards
- Parents of Hope Scholarship students
- Public school districts
Notable changes
- Eliminates fees for extracurricular program-related services, a previously permitted expense.
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