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This bill establishes the Integrated Student Supports Program and Fund to address high school dropout rates in Pennsylvania by providing grants to public school entities. The program aims to remove academic and nonacademic barriers to learning for students in kindergarten through 12th grade by partnering with a designated third-party nonprofit organization that will provide comprehensive support services. These services include mental health case management, college and career preparation, behavior intervention, parental engagement, and student reengagement. Public school entities (including school districts, charter schools, intermediate units, and career schools) can apply for competitive grants by creating a strategic plan and establishing an advisory council with diverse stakeholders. The selected organization must operate in at least 60 public school entities, provide independent data collection, and submit annual reports to the Department of Education detailing student outcomes such as grade promotion, attendance, behavior, and academic performance. The Integrated Student Supports Fund will be established in the State Treasury and can receive funding from state transfers, grants, donations, and investment earnings. The ultimate goal is to decrease dropout rates and increase graduation rates by providing holistic support to students facing various educational challenges.

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