FINAL BILL REPORT

SB 5370

                              C 83 L 89

BYSenators Gaspard and Bailey

Regarding school self-study.

Senate Committee on Education

House Committe on Education

SYNOPSIS AS ENACTED

BACKGROUND:

The Legislature requires that each school district board of directors develop schedules and processes for each school within their jurisdiction to conduct a self-study every seven years.  The self-study process must focus upon the quality and appropriateness of the school's educational program and the results of its operational effort.  Primary emphasis must be placed on achieving educational excellence and equity, building stronger links with the community, and reaching consensus upon educational expectations through community involvement and corresponding school management.

SUMMARY:

Each school district's biennial self-study report must include information about how the district and each school within the district has addressed the issue of class size and relevant staffing patterns.

VOTES ON FINAL PASSAGE:

     Senate   47    0

     House 54 43

EFFECTIVE:July 23, 1989