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NY S07247
Bill
Status
5/2/2012
Primary Sponsor
John Flanagan
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AI Summary
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Requires school districts to make supplemental educational services (tutoring) available to low-income students attending schools that have failed to meet federal Adequate Yearly Progress standards for two consecutive years
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Establishes approval criteria for tutoring providers, including demonstrated effectiveness in increasing student achievement, alignment with state learning standards, certified teacher supervision, and compliance with health, safety, and civil rights laws
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Limits per-pupil spending for supplemental services to the lesser of the school district's Title I allocation divided by the number of low-income students, or the actual cost of services provided
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Requires school districts to notify parents of eligible students about available services, prioritize lowest-achieving students if funding is insufficient, and monitor provider quality and compliance through annual reporting
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Allows the Commissioner to withdraw provider approval for noncompliance or failure to contribute to student academic proficiency for two consecutive years, with 30-day notice and opportunity for written response or oral argument
Legislative Description
Requires school districts to provide supplemental education services (independent tutors) to low-income students in failing schools.
Last Action
COMMITTED TO RULES
6/21/2012