MS SB2138

Amends Section 43-21-321 to require that the sponsoring school district or private provider agreed upon by the youth court and school district provide instructional programs to detainees only during the academic school year when school is in session.

Requires detention center staff to notify the student's school district within one business day if detention will cause the student to miss one or more school days.

Mandates that detainees receive diagnostic assessment of reading and math skills within 48 hours of detention, and individualized instruction if detention exceeds 48 hours.

Requires an individualized education program to be developed by day ten of detention, with a team including a certified teacher, home school district official, youth court counselor, and detainee's parent or guardian.

Directs the sponsoring school district or private provider to supply an appropriate computer lab for detainees, with the Legislature to annually appropriate sufficient funds for equipment and maintenance.