MS HB1465

Schools receiving a "Failing" or "At Risk of Failing" accreditation label must be kept in session for at least 180 days plus an additional 15 school days per scholastic year, beginning in the school year following the label.

Schools receiving a "Low Performing" accreditation label must be kept in session for at least 180 days plus an additional 8 school days per scholastic year, beginning in the school year following the label.

School boards must take necessary steps to operate schools with these accreditation labels for the required extended number of days beyond the standard scholastic year.

The bill amends Section 37-151-5 to define "minimum school term" by reference to the minimum number of days established under Section 37-13-63.

The act takes effect July 1, 2012.