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FL H0661

Alternative High School Graduation Requirements


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Introduced
02/06/2019
In Committee
02/13/2019
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
05/03/2019

Introduced Session

2019 Regular Session

Bill Summary

Provides that certain students are eligible for alternative pathway to standard high school diploma through Career & Technical Education (CTE) pathway option; provides requirements for CTE pathway option; requires that each principal or his or her designee inform parents & students of CTE pathway option & establish certain processes relating to pathway; requires district school boards to incorporate certain information in student progression plan.

AI Summary

This bill establishes an alternative Career and Technical Education (CTE) pathway option for students to earn a standard high school diploma. Starting in the 2019-2020 school year, students can complete the CTE pathway by earning at least 18 credits, including 3 credits in English Language Arts, 3 credits in mathematics, 3 credits in science, 3.5 credits in social studies, 3 credits in CTE courses with industry certifications, and 2.5 credits in work-based learning programs. The bill requires principals to inform parents and students about the CTE pathway option and establish processes to track student progress and provide support for those with a GPA below 2.0. District school boards must also incorporate the CTE pathway option into their student progression plans.

Committee Categories

Education

Sponsors (4)

Last Action

Died in PreK-12 Innovation Subcommittee, companion bill(s) passed, see CS/HB 7071 (Ch. 2019-119) (on 05/03/2019)

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