Relating to compliance by a school district with requirements for a disciplinary alternative education program.
Impact
The implementation of HB 2148 could significantly enhance oversight and transparency within disciplinary programs across school districts in Texas. By mandating reporting of compliance and failures, this bill seeks to ensure that DAEPs are held to a higher standard, potentially improving the experience and outcomes for students placed in these programs. Furthermore, this enhanced accountability may prompt districts to take necessary actions to align their programs with the statutory requirements.
Summary
House Bill 2148 aims to amend the Education Code concerning the compliance requirements for school districts regarding their disciplinary alternative education programs (DAEPs). The bill stipulates that superintendents are required to provide annual written notice to the commissioner of their compliance with established rules related to DAEPs. This includes detailing any failures to comply with the code, thereby increasing accountability for the performance of these programs in Texas public schools.
Contention
One notable point of contention surrounding HB 2148 may involve the additional administrative burden it places on school districts, specifically regarding the required documentation and reporting. While supporters may argue that increased compliance measures will bolster educational standards and protect student rights, critics may express concerns over the potential strain this could impose on district resources. The balance between maintaining rigorous educational standards and managing compliance could be a fundamental debate as the bill progresses.
Relating to procedures for the suspension, expulsion, or placement in a disciplinary alternative education program or juvenile justice alternative education program of a public school student enrolled in a school district.
Relating to a public school student's transition from an alternative education program to a regular educational environment, including parental rights related to that transition, and the admission of certain students with a criminal or disciplinary history.
Relating to a public school student's transition from an alternative education program to a regular classroom and the admission of certain students with a criminal or disciplinary history.
Relating to a psychological assessment of homicidal risk of a public school student following the student's expulsion or placement in a disciplinary alternative education program for certain conduct.
Relating to information reported through the Public Education Information Management System and to parents regarding disciplinary measures used by a public school.
Relating to information reported through the Public Education Information Management System and to parents regarding disciplinary measures or restraint used by a public school.
Relating to requiring a school district or open-enrollment charter school to report data regarding certain disciplinary or law enforcement actions taken against students.
Relating to special education in public schools, including the special education allotment under the Foundation School Program, an education savings account program for certain children with disabilities, and a grant program to reimburse public schools for the cost of certain employer contributions for retirees of the Teacher Retirement System of Texas employed to teach special education.