2582-S2 AMH UPTH MCLA 071

2SHB 2582 - H AMD 729

By Representative Upthegrove

ADOPTED 2/9/2006

   On page 2, line 30, after "college;" insert "or"

   On page 2, line 31, after "(c)" strike all material through "(d)" on page 3, line 3

   On page 3, after line 13, insert the following:

   "(4) Nothing in this section or section 4 of this act precludes a community or technical college from offering courses or a program of study for students other than eligible students as defined by section 4 of this act to obtain a high school diploma, nor is intended to restrict diploma completion programs offered by school districts or educational service districts. Community and technical colleges and school districts are encouraged to consult with educational service districts in the development and delivery of programs and courses required under this section."

EFFECT: Removes a provision that allows colleges to meet their obligation to offer high school completion programs for certain students by collaborating with Educational Service Districts (ESDs). Instead, clarifies that the provisions of the bill do not preclude colleges from offering programs for students who don't qualify for the programs created under the bill, nor does the bill restrict high school completion programs offered by school districts or ESDs. Encourages colleges and school districts to consult with ESDs in developing the programs under the bill.