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This bill, known as the "EmpowerED Act", establishes two key provisions to enhance educational opportunities for students in New York. Part A creates an interregional enrollment program that allows students to take classes in school districts other than their own, either part-time or full-time. Under this program, students can apply to attend classes in neighboring districts through an open enrollment process, with eligibility based on factors like available space and student needs. The bill specifies that the nonresident student's home district will be subject to a maximum tuition rate determined by the commissioner, which will vary based on the number of classes taken. Participating districts must collaborate to transfer student records and provide equitable access to educational resources. Part B expands the capabilities of Boards of Cooperative Educational Services (BOCES) by removing time restrictions on itinerant teaching services, allowing these programs to offer more flexible and comprehensive educational support across multiple school districts. The overall goal is to provide students with more educational choices, optimize resource allocation, and improve educational outcomes by enabling cross-district collaboration and personalized learning opportunities.

Education

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S1124