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DE HB270
Bill
Status
6/14/2022
Primary Sponsor
Kimberly Williams
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AI Summary
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Establishes a standardized online application system through the Department of Education for school choice enrollment across all reorganized school districts, vocational-technical school districts, and charter schools in Delaware
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Requires sibling priority for students currently enrolled in a school, with mandatory priority given to siblings living in the reorganized school district where the school is located, and optional priority for siblings living outside the district
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Expands the definition of "good cause" for late applications or early withdrawal to include changes in waitlist offers, residence changes within 60 days of obtaining a new lease or mortgage, and participation in inpatient or day mental health/substance abuse treatment programs
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Mandates that students must be registered in their school of residence before submitting a standard application for educational options through the choice program
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Takes effect beginning with the 2022-2023 school year enrollment process
Legislative Description
An Act To Amend Title 14 Of The Delaware Code Relating To The District Enrollment Choice Program For School Districts And Charter Schools.
Last Action
Signed by Governor
6/14/2022