The proposed bill SB1583 requires public schools to provide an annual disclosure document to the parents or guardians of enrolled students. This document must include the school's performance grade, a list of nearby charter schools, an overview of the Arizona Empowerment Scholarship Accounts (ESA) Program, and information regarding Arizona's Parents' Bill of Rights. Key changes from current law include the addition of specific content requirements for the disclosure, such as areas for parental acknowledgment and a contact number for the Arizona Department of Education (ADE). Schools must also file a signed and initialed copy of the disclosure in the student's permanent file.

Furthermore, the bill emphasizes the importance of parental involvement by requiring schools to assist parents or guardians interested in charter school admissions or the ESA Program. The ADE is tasked with creating a standardized form for the disclosure document, ensuring consistency across schools. Overall, the bill aims to enhance parental awareness of educational options and reinforce their rights in making decisions about their children's education.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 15-822
Senate Engrossed Version: 15-822
House Engrossed Version: 15-822