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Introduced
01/22/2025
01/22/2025
In Committee
01/22/2025
01/22/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2025-2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), entitled "An act relating to the public school system, including certain provisions applicable as well to private and parochial schools; amending, revising, consolidating and changing the laws relating thereto," in terms and courses of study, providing for online curriculum availability.
AI Summary
This bill amends the Public School Code of 1949 to require all school entities, including school districts, charter schools, cyber charter schools, and career and technical schools, to publicly post online detailed curriculum information starting in the 2025-2026 school year. Specifically, schools must provide an internet link or title for every textbook used, a course syllabus or summary, and state academic standards for each instructional course on their publicly accessible website. These curriculum details must be updated within 30 business days of any revisions. The chief school administrator (such as a superintendent or school CEO) is responsible for implementing these requirements. The bill explicitly clarifies that schools are not required to violate any copyright or intellectual property rights when sharing curriculum information. Importantly, the bill defines "school entity" broadly to include traditional public schools, charter schools, cyber schools, and career and technical schools, ensuring widespread transparency in educational curriculum across different types of educational institutions in Pennsylvania.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (9)
Doug Mastriano (R)*,
Michele Brooks (R),
Jarrett Coleman (R),
Cris Dush (R),
Scott Hutchinson (R),
Scott Martin (R),
Tracy Pennycuick (R),
Pat Stefano (R),
Judy Ward (R),
Last Action
Referred to Education (on 01/22/2025)
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