SB 2088

Abstract

Amends the School Code. Provides that a school district may adopt a policy providing that if a student is suspended or expelled for any reason from any public or private school in this or any other state, the student must complete the entire term of the suspension or expulsion before being allowed to attend the school district in person (rather than before being admitted into the school district). Provides that this policy must require the provision of an educational continuity plan for suspended or expelled students; sets forth requirements for the plan. Makes changes concerning the State Board of Education's standard form that Illinois school districts are required to provide to any student who is moving out of the school district. Makes other changes concerning the transfer of a student and the suspension or expulsion of a student. Senate Floor Amendment No. 4 Deletes reference to: 105 ILCS 5/2-3.13a from Ch. 122, par. 2-3.13a 105 ILCS 5/10-22.6 from Ch. 122, par. 10-22.6 Adds reference to: 105 ILCS 5/2-3.64a-10 105 ILCS 5/22-90 Replaces everything after the enacting clause. Amends the School Code. In provisions about appointment of members by the State Superintendent of Education to a committee relating to kindergarten assessment, includes state policy advocates, early childhood administrators, and other stakeholders as members. Adds, as a goal of the Whole Child Task Force, recommending legislation, policies, and practices to prevent learning loss in students during periods of suspension and expulsion, including, but not limited to, remote instruction. House Committee Amendment No. 1 Adds one member who represents an organization representing regional offices of education to the membership of the Whole Child Task Force.