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Board discusses deleting 3% cap on virtual charter student enrollment
Summary
Board reviewed a policy that would allow denial of virtual public charter students if district online enrollment exceeded 3%; Beth recommended deleting that provision, saying the district has not used it and it limits parental choice.
The board reviewed policy language that would permit the district to deny virtual public charter school students if the district's online enrollment exceeded 3 percent. Beth recommended removing the provision, arguing the district has not used that authority and it would be contrary to parent choice. "If you believe in parent choice, I don't see the point in not letting a student leave," Beth said, noting that staff typically process releases the same day.
Board members discussed the practical implications, including concerns about classroom composition and teacher workload. Beth explained her preference is to delete the policy language and suggested placing the item on a future action agenda for formal removal if the board agrees.
