The General Assembly Raised Bill No. 1348 aims to establish a pilot program targeting at-risk high school students who are in danger of withdrawing from school or failing to graduate. Set to take effect on July 1, 2025, the bill mandates the Department of Education to collaborate with a nonprofit educational organization to implement this program in up to four selected school districts. The program will feature a project-based learning curriculum that integrates science, mathematics, English language arts, and social studies, emphasizing experiential learning and aligning academic content with career pathways. The curriculum must adhere to state guidelines and content standards as established by the State Board of Education.

Additionally, the bill requires the Department of Education to submit a report by October 1, 2026, detailing the outcomes of the pilot program and offering recommendations for its potential continuation or expansion. The bill introduces new legal language to create this initiative while removing any previous references that may not align with the current objectives. The overarching goal of the bill is to re-engage students who have fallen behind in their education and provide them with the necessary support to succeed academically.