School divisions, certain; development of plan to fund and phase in full-day kindergarten. (HB109)
Introduced By
Del. Karrie Delaney (D-Centreville) with support from co-patrons Del. Wendy Gooditis (D-Clarke), and Del. Elizabeth Guzman (D-Dale City)
Progress
✓ |
Introduced |
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Passed Committee |
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Passed House |
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Passed Senate |
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Signed by Governor |
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Became Law |
Description
Certain school divisions; plan to fund and phase in full-day kindergarten. Requires each local school board that does not offer a full-day kindergarten program for each kindergarten student in the school division to develop a plan to fund and phase in a full-day kindergarten program for each kindergarten student in the school division and submit the plan to the General Assembly in advance of the 2019 Regular Session of the General Assembly. Read the Bill »
Outcome
Bill Has Failed
History
| Date | Action |
|---|---|
| 12/14/2017 | Prefiled and ordered printed; offered 01/10/18 18101300D |
| 12/14/2017 | Referred to Committee on Education |
| 01/15/2018 | Impact statement from DPB (HB109) |
| 01/19/2018 | Assigned Education sub: Subcommittee #2 |
| 02/02/2018 | Subcommittee recommends laying on the table (6-Y 4-N) |
| 02/13/2018 | Left in Education |
Comments
As a retired educator, I feel the full day Kindergarten program is crucial for children. It allows more time for creativity and hands on experiences. Many of our children find school to be a "safe haven ". For some, it is they only chance of becoming successful and loved.