HI HCR121

Urges the Hawaii Virtual Learning Network to offer more advanced placement (AP) classes or prioritize enrollment for students from small or rural high schools.

Notes that budget constraints prevent many Hawaii high schools from offering AP classes, particularly affecting rural schools with smaller student populations.

States that for the 2009 academic year, the Network offered 14 AP classes that were filled to capacity, creating competition disadvantaging rural students.

Recognizes that the Hawaii Virtual Learning Network provides distance learning technology to deliver AP classes statewide, addressing the gap in AP course availability.

Requires copies of the resolution be sent to the Hawaii Virtual Learning Network, Governor, Superintendent of Education, University of Hawaii President, and Myron B. Thompson Academy Board Chair.