HOUSE BILL REPORT
SB 6369
This analysis was prepared by non-partisan legislative staff for the use of legislative members in
their deliberations. This analysis is not a part of the legislation nor does it constitute a
statement of legislative intent.
As Reported by House Committee On:
Education
Title: An act relating to the Washington community learning center program.
Brief Description: Regarding the Washington community learning center program.
Sponsors: Senators Eide, McAuliffe, Keiser, Franklin and Rasmussen.
Brief History:
Education: 2/26/08 [DP].
Brief Summary of Bill |
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HOUSE COMMITTEE ON EDUCATION
Majority Report: Do pass. Signed by 7 members: Representatives Quall, Chair; Barlow, Vice Chair; Priest, Ranking Minority Member; Haigh, Liias, Santos and Sullivan.
Minority Report: Without recommendation. Signed by 1 member: Representative Anderson, Assistant Ranking Minority Member.
Staff: Barbara McLain (786-7383).
Background:
In 2007 the Legislature established the Washington Community Learning Center Program
(Program) and appropriated $3 million in the 2007-09 budget for program grants. The
Program, which is modeled after the federal 21st Century Community Learning Center
Program, supports out-of-school activities by school districts and community-based
organizations such as academic tutoring, mentoring, recreational activities, counseling and
character education, arts and music education, and other enrichment programs. Priority is
given to programs that focus on improving reading and math proficiency for students
attending schools identified as needing improvement under the No Child Left Behind Act. If
funds are available, grants can also be used to support training and professional development
for community learning center staff and the activities of intermediary after-school
organizations.
Summary of Bill:
An additional purpose of the Program is to support statewide after-school intermediary
organizations in their efforts to provide professional development and support to community
learning center programs.
Appropriation: None.
Fiscal Note: Not requested.
Effective Date: The bill takes effect 90 days after adjournment of session in which bill is passed.
Staff Summary of Public Testimony:
(In support) This is a technical clarification to clear up some confusion about which staff can
be the focus of professional development and training. We want to ensure maximum
opportunities for professional development in support of community learning center
programs.
(Opposed) None.
Persons Testifying: Janet Frieling, School's Out Washington.