This bill amends K.S.A. 2025 Supp. 72-3717 to establish guidelines for the administration and proctoring of statewide assessments for students enrolled in virtual schools. It allows these students to take assessments in a virtual setting that accommodates their educational needs, while ensuring that the assessments are administered under specific conditions. Key provisions include the requirement for assessments to be conducted during a synchronous session managed by a virtual school employee, the use of browser lockdown software, and a student-to-proctor ratio of 10 to 1 or lower. Additionally, the bill specifies that students must be monitored via a camera during the assessment, with provisions for the virtual school to provide necessary equipment if needed.

The bill also repeals the existing section of K.S.A. 2025 Supp. 72-3717, indicating a significant update to the regulations governing virtual school assessments. The changes aim to enhance the integrity and security of the assessment process for virtual school students while aligning their testing experience with that of their peers in traditional school settings. The act will take effect upon publication in the statute book.

Statutes affected:
As introduced: 72-3717