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This bill amends the Arkansas Military Child School Transitions Act of 2021 by making two key changes to support military families with school-aged children. First, the bill changes the language regarding academic course requests from a permissive "may" to a mandatory "shall", requiring receiving school districts to enter academic course requests for incoming military students based on transcripts or information provided by the student's family or sending district. This ensures that military children can more seamlessly transfer their academic records and course selections when moving to a new school district. Second, the bill adds a provision allowing public schools to seek a waiver from the State Board of Education to help accommodate military students during their school transition. These modifications aim to reduce administrative barriers and support the educational continuity of children from military families who frequently relocate due to military assignments.

Education

https://arkleg.state.ar.us/Bills/Detail?id=sb559&ddBienniumSession=2025%2F2025R