TN HB1729

Home school students in grades 5, 7, and 9 must take standardized tests in English language arts and mathematics, either a nationally normed test selected by the parent-teacher (proctored by a non-relative) or state board-approved tests administered by the commissioner of education

Home school students scoring below the 25th percentile or rating "below" on tests must retake the exam within one year and work with a licensed teacher to design remedial coursework; two consecutive low scores may result in required enrollment in a public, private, or church-related school

Public schools must allow home school students to take advanced courses (such as AP) and preparatory college entrance exams (PSAT, Pre-ACT, CLT10) if space is available, and must post scheduling and availability information on their websites

The Classic Learning Test (CLT) and CLT10 are added as accepted alternatives to ACT/SAT throughout Tennessee education code, including for LEA performance metrics, pilot after-school tutoring programs, and lottery scholarship eligibility

Takes effect immediately upon becoming law