FL S1386

Establishes the Florida School for Competitive Academics in Alachua County as a state-supported public school for grades 6-12, with primary focus on rigorous academics and secondary focus on preparing students for regional, state, and national academic competitions beginning in the 2024-2025 school year.

Creates a seven-member Board of Trustees appointed by the Governor and confirmed by the Senate to 4-year terms (with initial staggered terms), with authority over admissions, personnel, budgeting, and school operations.

Exempts the school from most statutes in chapters 1000-1013 but requires compliance with student assessment, special education services, civil rights, public safety, and other specified requirements.

Provides separate state funding through the General Appropriations Act with monthly distributions outside the Florida Education Finance Program, and allows the school to receive grants and donations.

Authorizes the Auditor General to conduct financial and operational audits and allows the Department of Education's Inspector General to investigate the school for fraud, waste, and financial mismanagement.