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This bill modifies existing Alaska law to enhance educational opportunities for students, particularly those from military families. It amends a statute (AS 14.03.073) to ensure that school districts offer students in grades nine through twelve the chance to earn course credit by demonstrating mastery of subjects like math, language arts, science, social studies, and world languages, not just at the end of the school year, but at least three times annually or upon a parent or guardian's request. Importantly, it introduces provisions for children of active duty military members or National Guard members who are transferred to Alaska under official military orders, guaranteeing them an opportunity to challenge courses within three weeks of enrolling in a new school district. The bill also clarifies the definition of "guardian" and expands the criteria for admitting children under school age to a district to include those who were previously enrolled in a Department of Defense Education Activity or other publicly funded kindergarten program on a military installation, while also repealing a related provision. Finally, it defines "military installation" to encompass various Department of Defense and Coast Guard facilities.

Military Affairs and Security

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