This bill amends section 79-2,136 of the Revised Statutes Supplement, 2025, to enhance the provisions regarding part-time enrollment and participation in extracurricular activities for students enrolled in private or non-accredited schools. It mandates that school boards allow part-time enrollment for students who are residents of or admitted to the school district and establishes that these students can participate in extracurricular activities under the same conditions as full-time students. The bill specifies that school boards must set policies ensuring that students wishing to participate in activities regulated by an athletics or activities association must be enrolled in five credit hours, while those participating in non-regulated activities are not subject to a minimum credit hour requirement.
Additionally, the bill clarifies that participation in extracurricular activities does not grant students transportation or reimbursement rights, except for practices and events similar to public school students. It also emphasizes that no preference should be given to full-time students in the selection process for extracurricular activities. The original section 79-2,136 is repealed, and new provisions are inserted to ensure clarity and compliance with the updated regulations.