The bill amends section 3313.97 of the Revised Code to update the policies regarding intradistrict open enrollment for school districts in Ohio. Key changes include the replacement of the term "deadlines" with "timelines" for application procedures, and the removal of the requirement for establishing capacity limits based on education programs. Instead, school districts will now determine and post the number of remaining vacancies in each grade level and school building on their websites every twelve weeks. Additionally, the bill introduces a requirement for school districts to continue approving applications for alternative schools that have not reached their capacity limits and mandates that students living in the attendance area of a school be given preference over other applicants.

Further provisions include the prohibition of rejecting applicants based on residential address, race, gender, religion, or socioeconomic status, and the requirement for school boards to provide information about the open enrollment policy to parents and the public. The bill also establishes an appeals process for parents or guardians whose applications are denied, requiring the Department of Education and Workforce to respond within ninety days. Finally, the bill mandates annual reporting by school districts to the department regarding open enrollment applications, including the total number received, accepted, and denied, along with reasons for any denials, which will be published on the department's website.

Statutes affected:
As Introduced: 3313.97