MS HB1530

Requires a compulsory-school-age child absent more than 37% of the instructional day to be counted as absent for the entire school day for reporting purposes under compulsory attendance law.

Changes the "minimum school term" definition from 60% to 63% of the normal instructional day to qualify as instructional time for school districts.

Modifies "average daily attendance" (ADA) calculation to require pupils be present for at least 63% of the instructional day to be counted as in full-day attendance for funding allocations under the Adequate Education Program (MAEP).

Defines excused absences for ADA purposes to include participation in authorized State Board of Education activities such as 4-H events, FFA shows, athletic contests, music festivals, and field trips, with this provision set to expire July 1, 2016.

Takes effect July 1, 2013.