ID S1176

Virtual schools may only be authorized by the Public Charter School Commission beginning July 1, 2025, requiring existing virtual schools authorized by other entities to transfer their authorization to the Commission

School districts offering virtual education programs must have all contracts with educational services providers approved by the board of trustees, maintain Idaho residency verification for students, and prohibit direct payments to parents for unapproved items or services

Virtual schools contracting with educational services providers must have contracts approved by their authorizer, annually provide proof of student Idaho residency and audited financial statements, and cannot make direct payments to parents except for goods sold, property leased, or services performed as employees/contractors

Virtual charter schools authorized by the Commission or by a school district on or after March 1, 2024, are ineligible for facilities funding ($400 per attending student)

Staff allowances for virtual schools cannot exceed the lesser of the calculated amount under existing formulas or 125% of actual full-time equivalent staff employed in staffing categories