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Introduced
01/10/2025
01/10/2025
In Committee
03/21/2025
03/21/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
104th General Assembly
Bill Summary
Amends the Alternative Learning Opportunities Law of the School Code. Provides that Regional Office of Education No. 4 shall establish a 3-year pilot program focused on serving students in grades kindergarten through 3. Provides that students in grades kindergarten through 3 who meet enrollment criteria established by a school district and who are at risk of academic failure are eligible to participate in the pilot program. Requires the pilot program to adhere to all other rules established for alternative learning opportunities programs. Requires Regional Office of Education No. 4 to provide a report to the General Assembly outlining the pilot program's methodology and student outcomes and setting forth a comprehensive impact report and a framework for future program models. Effective immediately.
AI Summary
This bill establishes a three-year pilot alternative learning opportunities program for kindergarten through third-grade students in Regional Office of Education No. 4, beginning in the 2025-2026 school year. The program aims to support students at risk of academic failure by providing alternative educational approaches, recognizing the challenges students face following the COVID-19 pandemic and increasing behavioral difficulties in traditional school settings. Students in grades K-3 who meet specific district-established enrollment criteria can participate in the program, which must follow existing alternative learning opportunities program rules. Summit Academy, the alternative learning opportunities program operated by Regional Office of Education No. 4, will implement the pilot with the goal of ultimately helping students return to their home schools. The bill requires the Regional Office of Education No. 4 to submit a comprehensive report to the General Assembly by March 31, 2028, detailing the program's methodology, student outcomes, and recommendations for future program models. The legislation highlights the importance of early intervention and support for students struggling in traditional educational environments.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (5)
Last Action
Rule 19(a) / Re-referred to Rules Committee (on 03/21/2025)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.ilga.gov/legislation/BillStatus.asp?DocNum=1243&GAID=18&DocTypeID=HB&SessionID=114&GA=104 |
| BillText | https://www.ilga.gov/legislation/104/HB/10400HB1243.htm |
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