The bill amends the Arkansas Military Child School Transitions Act of 2021, specifically focusing on the advance enrollment process for students transitioning to new schools due to military relocations. It mandates that receiving districts "shall" enter academic course requests for incoming students based on their transcripts, replacing the previous language that allowed districts to "may" do so. This change aims to ensure that students are promptly enrolled in appropriate courses, facilitating a smoother transition.

Additionally, the bill introduces a provision allowing public schools to seek a waiver from the State Board of Education to better accommodate students under the Arkansas Military Child School Transitions Act. This new flexibility is intended to help schools address the unique needs of military children, ensuring they receive the support necessary during their transitions.

Statutes affected:
SB 559: 6-28-108(b), 6-28-108
Act 729: 6-28-108(b), 6-28-108