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This bill modifies Tennessee education laws to increase transparency and assessment requirements for private schools participating in education savings account (ESA) and individualized education account (IEA) programs. Specifically, the bill requires participating private schools to publish detailed information on their websites, including lesson plans, syllabi, academic standards, and a comprehensive list of library materials across various media formats. Schools must also ensure that all educators hold a valid public school teaching license issued by the state board of education. For students in these programs, the bill mandates annual administration of Tennessee Comprehensive Assessment Program (TCAP) tests, grade-specific examinations, and universal reading screeners for students in kindergarten through third grade. The test results must be reported to the student's parent, with an exemption for students with disabilities who would typically participate in alternate assessments. These new requirements aim to increase accountability and provide parents with more information about their children's educational programs. The bill is set to take effect on July 1, 2025, giving schools time to prepare for the new regulations.

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https://wapp.capitol.tn.gov/apps/Billinfo/default.aspx?BillNumber=HB1214&ga=114