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MS HB39
Bill
Status
2/23/2016
Primary Sponsor
Omeria Scott
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AI Summary
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Requires all Mississippi school districts to assess every 11th grade student using the General Educational Development (GED) or High School Equivalency Diploma test before the end of their junior year
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Students who score below grade level on the assessment will be prohibited from receiving "senior privilege" early release during regular school hours after completing their required daily classes
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Amends Section 37-16-5 of the Mississippi Code of 1972 to add this new testing requirement alongside existing local assessment programs
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Effective date of July 1, 2016
Legislative Description
Eleventh Grade Students; require to take adult basic education High School Equivalency Diploma test for senior privilege eligibility.
Last Action
Died In Committee
2/23/2016