STATEMENT OF PURPOSE
RS31160 / S1306
This bill codifies and explicitly provides legislative support and funding for an existing education practice in the
Idaho public school system for grades kindergarten through 8th grade. A school district may assign a teacher
to work with parents in a parents-as-teacher model where instruction is provided largely in the home by the
parents. The school district has accountability measures such as requirements to take the state tests. The parents
have access to funds to pay for eligible expenses. The funds are generated from the current funding formula.
One of the main goals of this bill is to avoid creeping regulation that may stifle innovation.
FISCAL NOTE
There is no fiscal impact. The funding for the parents-as-teacher model is generated from the current funding
formula.
Contact:
Senator Ben Adams
(208) 332-1000
DISCLAIMER: This statement of purpose and fiscal note are a mere attachment to this bill and prepared by a proponent
of the bill. It is neither intended as an expression of legislative intent nor intended for any use outside of the legislative
process, including judicial review (Joint Rule 18).
Statement of Purpose / Fiscal Note Bill SOP/FN INTRODUCED: 02/08/2024, 4:55 PM