HB 1465 Summary

• Changes the cutoff date for school age eligibility from September 1 to July 1 for kindergarten, first grade, and early childhood program enrollment.

• Allows children who turn 4-5 years old after July 1 but by September 1 to enroll in early childhood programs if screened and determined ready, with screening paid by parent/guardian.

• Allows children who turn 5-6 years old after July 1 but by September 1 to enroll in kindergarten or first grade respectively if screened and determined ready, with screening paid by parent/guardian.

• Maintains existing provisions regarding nonresident tuition fees, state aid calculations, and district capacity limitations for early childhood programs.

• Effective date: November 1, 2011.