Bill > HB1270

This bill modifies provisions governing school days lost due to inclement weather and introduces alternative methods of instruction for school districts in Missouri. The bill defines inclement weather as ice, snow, extreme cold, excessive heat, flooding, or a tornado, and requires districts to make up the first six days of lost school time, with half of additional lost days requiring makeup. Starting in the 2020-21 school year, districts can use an alternative methods of instruction plan approved by the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education to avoid making up lost school hours, but this plan is limited to 36 hours per year. The bill also introduces a new provision prohibiting school districts from requiring students or employees to participate in extracurricular activities or clubs on days when alternative instruction methods are used due to inclement weather. Additionally, the bill provides parents and students with a legal cause of action if a school district violates these provisions, allowing them to seek injunctive relief and attorney's fees. The legislation aims to provide more flexibility for school districts in managing lost instructional time while ensuring that student learning is not negatively impacted.

https://house.mo.gov/Bill.aspx?bill=HB1270&year=2025&code=R