The bill amends Section 282.18, subsection 12 of the Iowa Code to clarify the participation of pupils who open enroll for educational instruction primarily over the internet in cocurricular and extracurricular activities. It stipulates that these pupils may participate in such activities offered by their district of residence only if the school district attendance center providing their online education does not sponsor similar activities. Additionally, the bill allows these pupils to participate in a maximum of two activities per school year unless their resident district approves participation in more.

Furthermore, the bill updates the terminology used in the law, replacing "students" with "pupils" in several instances, and emphasizes that pupils must comply with the eligibility and conduct requirements set by their district of residence for participation in these activities. Overall, the bill aims to ensure that online learners have equitable access to extracurricular opportunities while maintaining the integrity of the activities sponsored by their home districts.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 282.18