Bill > AB731

This bill modifies the existing College and Career Access Pathways (CCAP) partnership regulations to make dual enrollment opportunities more accessible for high school students. The key changes include eliminating the requirement for a principal's recommendation when a high school student enrolls in community college courses, allowing community college districts to offer courses online (both synchronously and asynchronously), and removing the limit on the number of community college courses a student can take per term (previously capped at 4 courses). The bill also updates reporting requirements, now mandating that districts report the number of high school pupils who successfully complete 12 or more units of college coursework, earn a certificate, or complete courses for an associate degree. Additionally, the bill requires the Board of Governors of the California Community Colleges to develop regulations ensuring comprehensive support services are provided to high school students enrolled in asynchronous online courses. The overall goal remains to expand dual enrollment opportunities for students who might not traditionally be college-bound, with a focus on career technical education, improving high school graduation rates, and helping students achieve college and career readiness.

Budget and Finance, Education

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