This bill proposes the addition of a new section, 18-5G-14a, to the Code of West Virginia, which establishes alternative high-risk population public charter schools. These schools are designed to serve students who fall into specific high-risk categories, with a requirement that at least 70 percent of their total enrollment consists of such students upon their first entry. The bill defines "high-risk" students to include those who have been expelled, suspended for more than 10 days, wards of the court, recovered dropouts, habitually truant, retained in grades K-8, credit deficient, frequently changing schools, foster youth, homeless youth, and those needing flexible scheduling.

Additionally, the bill mandates that the state board of education promulgate a rule to outline the funding requirements for these alternative high-risk population charter schools, ensuring that they receive appropriate financial support. The overall aim of the legislation is to create educational opportunities tailored to the needs of high-risk students, thereby enhancing their chances for academic success.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 18-5G-14a