OK
Oklahoma Senate Bill SB203

Oklahoma 2024 Regular Session

Oklahoma Senate Bill SB203

Introduced
2/6/23  

Caption

Schools; removing certain requirements to adopt certain school-hours policy. Effective date. Emergency.

Impact

The impact of SB203 on state laws primarily affects regulations that govern the length of school years and days in Oklahoma. By allowing districts the option to adopt a school-hours policy with fewer operational days but maintaining the required hours for instructional time, this bill is seen as a means to enhance educational effectiveness. Districts may feel empowered to adopt innovative scheduling practices, potentially leading to better utilization of resources and improved educational outcomes.

Summary

Senate Bill 203 amends existing Oklahoma education law regarding the structure of school hours and days of instruction. The bill modifies the requirements for public schools in Oklahoma, allowing districts that adopt a school-hours policy to meet a requirement of a minimum of 1,080 hours of instruction instead of being bound to the traditional 180 days of school. This change aims to provide more flexibility in how local school districts schedule their academic year, potentially enabling them to create longer school days or alternative schedules that may better serve their student populations.

Contention

Notable points of contention that may arise from SB203 involve the implications of reduced school days on educational quality. Critics of the bill might argue that fewer operational days could hinder student learning, particularly for those who struggle with retention or require more time in a classroom setting. Advocates may counter that the flexibility can lead to improved instruction quality and better student engagement if implemented thoughtfully. The balance between flexibility and educational standards is a significant aspect of the discussion surrounding this legislation.

Latest SB203 Activity

Companion Bills

OK SB203

Carry Over Schools; removing certain requirements to adopt certain school-hours policy. Effective date. Emergency.

Previously Filed As

OK SB203

Schools; removing certain requirements to adopt certain school-hours policy. Effective date. Emergency.

OK SB12

Schools; modifying requirements with which school districts must comply to adopt certain school-hours policy. Effective date. Emergency.

OK HB2415

Schools; school year length; allowing school districts to adopt a school-hours policy with specified minimum number of days beginning with certain school year; effective date; emergency.

OK SB928

School employees; prohibiting public schools after certain date from recognizing certain collective bargaining units. Effective date. Emergency.

OK SB833

School district boards of education; removing requirement for certain hours of instruction. Effective date. Emergency.

OK SB1025

School district boards of education; removing requirement for certain hours of instruction. Effective date. Emergency.

OK SB149

Charter schools; removing language allowing the State Board of Education to sponsor certain charter schools. Effective date. Emergency.

OK SB344

Schools; directing school district boards of education to adopt certain library media materials policy. Effective date. Emergency.

OK SB154

Schools; providing exemptions from certain reading screening instruments to certain students. Effective date. Emergency.

OK SB969

Teacher certification; removing requirement to pass professional knowledge portion of certain examination. Effective date. Emergency.

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