Bill > S08077

This bill amends existing legislation related to the Syracuse Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics (STEAM) high school to address athletic eligibility for students. Specifically, the bill creates an exception to standard athletic participation rules by allowing students attending this STEAM high school who previously participated in high school athletic competitions for a different school district during 7th and/or 8th grade to be eligible for senior high school athletic competitions. Under the proposed change, such students would be permitted to compete in a sport during each of the four consecutive seasons of that sport from their entry into 9th grade until graduation. While students will continue to be officially enrolled in their home school district, the Syracuse city school district will remain responsible for issuing their high school diplomas upon successful completion of the educational program. The bill aims to provide more flexible athletic opportunities for students attending this specialized STEAM high school, ensuring they are not disadvantaged by their unique educational pathway.

Budget and Finance, Education

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S8077