Bill > S1239

This bill adds a new section to Idaho's education laws to provide flexible school schedules for academically advanced elementary school students. The bill outlines specific academic requirements for students to qualify for these flexible schedules, which allow for partial-day or full-day absences for family activities, recreation, travel, and home-based educational activities. The bill requires students to attend at least 55% of required school hours annually, and the state will fund the schools as if the students were attending at the average rate. The bill gives school districts and charter schools the option to offer these flexible schedules, and the state education department can audit their implementation and make recommendations to the legislature.

Education, Justice

Education Committee (Senate)

https://legislature.idaho.gov/sessioninfo/2020/legislation/S1239/