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Introduced
01/13/2025
01/13/2025
In Committee
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2025-2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
AN ACT To amend Part 3 of Article 6 of Chapter 2 of Title 20 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to educational programs under the "Quality Basic Education Act," so as to require schools to provide progress reports to parents or legal guardians of students in the early intervention program; to require the Department of Education to collaborate with the Professional Standards Commission to improve and update professional development opportunities for teachers that specifically relate to early intervention; to require that schools provide progress reports to parents or legal guardians of students in the English for speakers of other languages program; to require the Department of Education to collaborate with the Professional Standards Commission to improve and update professional development opportunities for teachers that specifically relate to supporting limited-English-proficient students; to provide for related matters; to provide a short title; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
AI Summary
This bill, known as the Student Success and Progress Act, amends existing Georgia education laws to enhance reporting and support for students in two specific educational programs: the early intervention program and the English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) program. For the early intervention program, which serves students in kindergarten through fifth grade who are at risk of falling behind academically, the bill now requires schools to provide parents or guardians with progress reports at least twice per semester. Additionally, the bill mandates that the Department of Education collaborate with the Professional Standards Commission to improve professional development opportunities for teachers specifically focused on early intervention strategies. Similarly, for the ESOL program, which helps students whose native language is not English develop language proficiency, the bill introduces a requirement for schools to provide parents or guardians with progress reports twice per semester and directs the Department of Education to work with the Professional Standards Commission to enhance professional development for teachers supporting limited-English-proficient students. These changes aim to increase parental involvement and provide more targeted support for students in these critical educational programs.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (3)
Last Action
House Withdrawn Bill/Res Consideration (on 02/11/2025)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/69303 |
| BillText | https://www.legis.ga.gov/api/legislation/document/20252026/229799 |
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