This bill mandates that superintendents must approve student requests for reassignment within the same school district unless there are valid reasons to deny such requests. Specifically, it amends RSA 193:3, I(c) to state that if a parent or guardian requests a reassignment to another public school, public academy, or approved private school within the district, the superintendent is required to approve the request unless it does not meet the established requirements. Additionally, if a request is denied, the superintendent must provide a written report to the parent or guardian within 10 days, detailing the reasons for the denial.

Furthermore, the bill introduces a new paragraph (I-a) to RSA 193:3, which stipulates that if the superintendent fails to meet any of the requirements outlined in the section, the request for reassignment 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 bill will take effect 60 days after its passage.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 193:3