MS HB567

Increases the maximum age for compulsory school attendance from 17 to 18 years, requiring students to attend school until they have not attained age 18 on or before September 1 of the calendar year.

Exempts students who graduate high school before age 18 through dual enrollment, gifted programs, advanced placement, International Baccalaureate, GED, or high school equivalency programs from the compulsory attendance requirement.

Allows students who turn 18 after the school year starts to continue attending by signing a written agreement, but only after reaching the constitutional age of majority on or after their 18th birthday.

Adds charter schools to the definition of "school" and clarifies reporting requirements for school district superintendents regarding unlawful absences and suspensions/expulsions.

Takes effect July 1, 2017.