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IN SB0367

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/4/2018

Primary Sponsor

Eddie Melton

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Origin

Senate

2018 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Department of Education must conduct a statewide needs assessment survey in Indiana public elementary, middle, and high schools (including charter schools) effective July 1, 2018.

  • Survey collects data on student services provider workforce status, roles, functions, time allocation, and unmet student needs.

  • Survey examines how schools address trauma in student populations, promote positive school environments, and meet social and emotional needs of students.

  • Survey identifies recommended student services provider ratios as determined by national professional associations.

  • Department must report findings to the General Assembly by January 1, 2019, in electronic format and post the report on its website; this section expires July 1, 2019.

Legislative Description

Trauma sensitive schools. Requires the department of education to conduct a statewide needs assessment survey concerning student service providers and how schools are addressing the social and emotional needs of students.

Last Action

First reading: referred to Committee on Education and Career Development

1/4/2018

Committee Referrals

Education and Career Development1/4/2018

Full Bill Text

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