Bill > HB1864

This bill modifies existing Pennsylvania law regarding wellness checks for cyber charter school students by establishing two key requirements: first, cyber charter schools must ensure each enrolled student is visibly seen and communicatively engaged with a teacher, administrator, or representative via electronic means at least once per week during weeks with three or more days of academic instruction (which can be satisfied by students turning on webcams during synchronous online classes), and second, cyber charter schools must conduct in-person communication with each enrolled student at least once every three weeks to verify student well-being and educational program participation. The bill removes language about in-person interactions from the online requirements section and adds a new subsection specifically addressing in-person communication requirements. These provisions aim to enhance student engagement and ensure that cyber charter school students are actively participating in their educational programs and maintaining their overall well-being. The bill will take effect 60 days after its enactment.

Education

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