Bill > S1406

This bill revises provisions related to education for students in juvenile justice programs, aiming to improve their educational outcomes and transition back into the community. Key changes include expanding the multiagency education plan to incorporate career education and virtual learning options, and requiring the Department of Juvenile Justice to report on the cost and effectiveness of its programs. It also mandates that instructional staff in juvenile justice facilities have access to student records, and ensures that eligible students have access to high school equivalency testing, with the term "GED" being replaced by "high school equivalency examination" throughout the statutes. The bill also enhances accountability by requiring more detailed reporting on student performance and program effectiveness, and strengthens transition planning services to better prepare students for reintegration into society.