This bill mandates that superintendents must approve student requests for reassignment to another public school or public academy within the same school district, unless the request does not meet specific requirements outlined in the law. The bill amends RSA 193:3, I(c) to include new language stating that if a request for reassignment is made, the superintendent is required to approve it unless it fails to meet the established criteria. Additionally, if a request is denied, the superintendent must provide a written explanation to the parent or guardian within 10 days of the decision, as specified in the amended RSA 193:3, I(i).

Furthermore, the bill introduces a new paragraph (I-a) to RSA 193:3, which stipulates that if the superintendent does not fulfill the requirements set forth in this section, the reassignment request must be approved. This legislation aims to ensure that student placements are made in the best interest of the student and to enhance transparency in the decision-making process regarding school assignments. The act will take effect 60 days after its passage.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 193:3
As Amended by the House: 193:3