The bill S. 421 aims to amend Section 59-63-100 of the South Carolina Code of Laws to enhance the participation of home school, charter school, and Governor's school students in various school activities. It expands the definition of eligible activities to include cocurricular activities, extracurricular activities, and career and technical education, ensuring that these students receive equal treatment compared to their peers enrolled in public schools. The bill also provides definitions for "career and technical education," "cocurricular activities," and "extracurricular activities," and outlines the conditions under which these students can participate, such as meeting school district eligibility requirements and notifying the superintendent of their intent to participate.

Additionally, the bill stipulates that school districts cannot impose additional fees or requirements on home school or Governor's school students that are not applied to full-time public school students. It also mandates that these students must be included in the average daily attendance of the school district based on their participation in activities. The legislation seeks to ensure equitable access to educational opportunities for all students, regardless of their schooling method, and prohibits school districts from contracting with entities that restrict participation based on school type. The bill will take effect upon approval by the Governor.

Statutes affected:
03/05/2025: 59-63-100
03/06/2025: 59-63-100
Latest Version: 59-63-100