Bill > H2876

This bill would authorize charter schools in Massachusetts to enroll students using an "opt-out" admissions lottery process. This means that all eligible students would be automatically included in the lottery, rather than requiring them to apply. The bill also allows charter schools to offer enrollment preferences to students who live in specific geographical areas within the district, as long as those areas have an equal or higher percentage of low-income students compared to the district overall. The bill sets out requirements for charter schools that choose to offer these geographical preferences, including defining the preference area and explaining how it supports the school's mission and academic performance. Additionally, the bill allows charter schools within the same municipality to establish a common lottery to provide applicants with a single offer for admission.

Education

https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2876