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HF 2435

Sets kindergarten promotion rules and new student discipline policies

The bill requires schools to hold back kindergartners who do not reach proficiency on year-end tests and changes compulsory attendance age to children who turn five by July 1. It also expands required discipline policies for students who cause violent or nonviolent classroom disruptions, including teacher removal and placement review.

Official title

A bill for an act relating to education, including by modifying provisions related to when children may enroll in kindergarten; when students enrolled in kindergarten in school districts, charter schools, or innovation zone schools may be promoted to first grade; and the responsibilities of school districts, charter schools, and innovation zone schools related to the discipline of students who cause violent or nonviolent disruptions.

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Where it stands

  1. Introduced
  2. Committee
  3. House
  4. Senate
  5. Governor

Last action, Feb 12: Introduced, referred to Education. H.J. 275.

History

  • Introduced, referred to Education. H.J. 275.House · Feb 12