MS HB933

Amends Section 37-151-5 of Mississippi Code to define the term "at-risk pupil" for purposes of the Mississippi Adequate Education Program (MAEP).

Establishes "at-risk pupil" as a school-age child with increased probability of school failure and dropping out due to risk factors including poverty, single-parent family status, prior grade retention, below-grade-level educational attainment, failure to meet promotion requirements, or autism spectrum disorder diagnosis.

Defines "autism spectrum disorder" as a neurological disorder affecting normal brain functions, typically manifested by impairments in communication and social interaction, and restrictive, repetitive and stereotyped behaviors.

Effective date: July 1, 2011.