28505698, 6A-6.05281 - Florida Administrative Rules, Law, Code, Register

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Notice: 28505698

Notice of Proposed Rule

Department:

DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

Division:

State Board of Education

Chapter:

SPECIAL PROGRAMS I

Overview

RULE:

6A-6.05281

Educational Programs for Students in Department of Juvenile Justice Detention, Prevention, Residential, or Day Treatment Programs

PURPOSE:

To incorporate legislative changes from House Bill 1425 (2024) and Senate Bill 7004 (2024), which amended Sections 1003.01, 1003.51 and 1003.52, F.S., and add and remove district and Department of Juvenile Justice (DJJ) requirements within the rule for the provision of educational services, assessments, instructional hours and education program accountability for students in juvenile justice schools.

SUMMARY:

The rule mandates that DJJ’s Florida Scholars Academy, local school districts or contracted providers deliver high-quality educational programs to students in DJJ facilities, including exceptional student education and English language learner services. It requires the maintenance, transfer and privacy of student records, along with comprehensive assessments to meet individual educational needs. Individualized transition and progress monitoring plans are also created to support students' educational and career goals.

RULEMAKING AUTHORITY:

1001.02(1), (2)(n), 1003.51, 1003.52, F.S.

LAW:

1003.51, 1003.52, F.S.

PRINT PUBLISH DATE:

7/2/2024 Vol. 50/129

COMMENTS:

From 7/2/2024 To 7/23/2024 (21 Days)

REFERENCE MATERIALS:

No reference(s).

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