Bill > H535

This bill modifies the status and compensation of student advisory committee members in Massachusetts public schools. Currently, student representatives on school committees are considered ex-officio, non-voting members, but this legislation changes their status to full voting members. Additionally, the bill introduces a new compensation mechanism, replacing the previous "serve without compensation" requirement with a scholarship opportunity for student representatives. Under the new provisions, students who complete at least one full year of service on the school committee will be eligible to receive a scholarship at the conclusion of their senior year, with the amount and specifics to be determined by the school committee. The school committee also gains the discretion to provide a partial scholarship to students who do not complete their full year of service and to potentially offer additional compensation through a stipend. These changes aim to increase student engagement and provide meaningful recognition for students who participate in local school governance.

Education

https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H535