This bill proposes several updates to current statutes regarding school finance in Arizona. It introduces new language to replace outdated terms, such as changing "e-mail" to "email" in multiple instances to reflect modern usage. Additionally, it clarifies the requirements for kindergarten programs by specifying that a student must be enrolled in either a half-day or full-day kindergarten program that meets certain hour requirements. The bill also adjusts the age requirement for enrollment in full-day kindergarten from six to five years, ensuring that students who are five years old by January 1 can enroll in a full-day program.

Furthermore, the bill modifies the definitions and requirements for instructional hours across various grade levels, ensuring consistency in the number of hours required for different educational programs. It also updates the definition of "homebound" or "hospitalized" students, changing the phrase "not less than" to "at least" to simplify the language. Overall, these changes aim to modernize the statutes, improve clarity, and ensure that educational standards are maintained across Arizona's school systems.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 15-808, 15-901, 15-393, 15-701.01, 15-183