HB 3132 - DIGEST

Authorizes the board of directors of a school district to approve a plan submitted by the principal of an alternative school for restructuring the alternative school consistent with the exemptions and the applicable state and federal laws in this act.

Provides that a school board may approve a proposed restructuring plan under this act only after holding at least one public hearing and finding that: (1) The proposed plan is likely to provide more opportunities for students to meet state and federal academic achievement goals;

(2) The proposed plan is designed to ensure compliance with the applicable state and federal laws and other requirements in this act; and

(3) A sufficient number, as determined by the school board, of the school's employees and parents support the proposed restructuring of the school.

Provides that an approved restructuring plan for an alternative school may exempt the school from all state statutes and rules applicable to school districts and school district boards of directors, except those statutes and rules as provided in this act, and those statutes and rules identified in the school's approved restructuring plan.