Bill > S1209

This bill appropriates a total of $14,237,600 to the Public Schools Educational Support Program's Division of Central Services for fiscal year 2024, with funds transferred from the General Fund to the Public School Income Fund. * **Program Support:** Up to $2,459,100 from the Public School Income Fund is allocated for literacy programs, intervention services for non-Title I schools failing to meet proficiency standards, math initiative programs, regional math labs, and evaluation of programs for students with limited English proficiency. The State Department of Education must report on the use and effectiveness of these funds by January 13, 2024. * **Student Assessments:** Up to $2,258,500 from the Public School Income Fund may be used for developing or administering student assessments, including a college entrance exam for 11th graders, a preparatory exam for 10th graders, and end-of-course exams for high school science. * **Professional Development:** Up to $4,500,000 from the Public School Income Fund is designated for professional development and teacher training, including tracking usage and effectiveness. * **Content and Curriculum (Digital Content):** $1,200,000 from the Public School Income Fund is for purchasing content and curriculum for adaptive math instruction, and $2,250,000 is for research-based programs to assist with instruction for students with limited English proficiency and to address learning loss. * **Content and Curriculum (Technology):** Up to $1,570,000 from the Public School Income Fund may be expended for technology education opportunities and information technology certifications for students and faculty, with funding prioritized for projects that include at least three specific components. The State Department of Education must report on certificates earned by January 13, 2024. * **General Fund Transfer:** $14,237,600 is transferred from the General Fund to the Public School Income Fund to cover these appropriations for the fiscal year.