This bill amends the classification system for private high schools under the Kansas State High School Activities Association by introducing a student attendance multiplier factor. All private schools will have their student attendance adjusted using this multiplier for classification purposes, ensuring that no private school is classified more than one class above its adjusted attendance. Additionally, schools that have won five or more state championships in the past five years will be subject to a championship multiplier factor, which increases their classification based on the number of championships won. The bill also establishes geographic and socio-economic population multiplier factors that further adjust a private school's classification based on its location and the percentage of students receiving free or reduced meals.

The bill repeals the existing section of K.S.A. 72-7114 and introduces new provisions that require the association to report its operations annually and be governed by a board of directors. The board will consist of various representatives, including members from local boards of education and the state board of education, ensuring diverse representation. The bill also outlines the structure and responsibilities of the executive board and appeal board, which will oversee the administration and enforcement of policies. The new provisions will remain in effect until June 30, 2030, after which they will expire unless renewed.

Statutes affected:
As introduced: 72-7114, 46-248, 46-252