This bill proposes updates to the Arizona Revised Statutes regarding education programs in juvenile detention centers and county jails. Key changes include the replacement of the term "its" with "the county's" to clarify ownership of the education programs, and the substitution of "pupil's" with "student's" to modernize language. Additionally, the bill allows counties to operate and fund their juvenile detention center education programs through existing accommodation schools, and it introduces the option for county school superintendents to administer education funds through these schools.

Furthermore, the bill establishes a detention center education fund that consists of a base amount and a variable amount, with specific funding guidelines for fiscal years. It also clarifies the process for determining attendance and funding for students in both juvenile detention centers and county jails, ensuring that educational records are transferred appropriately. The language updates aim to enhance clarity and ensure that educational services are effectively coordinated with public school systems.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 15-913, 15-913.01, 2020-2021, 2019-2020, 15-761, 15-1204