Arizona HB4038 restricts the first day of instruction in public schools to no earlier than September 1, starting in 2027-2028.

Arizona HB4038 amends the state's statutes to set the first day of instruction in public schools no earlier than September 1, beginning in the 2027-2028 school year. The bill also outlines the instructional time models that schools can adopt to meet the minimum annual instructional time and hours requirements. Schools can deliver instructional time through various methods, including direct instruction, project-based learning, independent learning, and mastery-based learning. Schools can also provide up to 40% of instructional time remotely without affecting funding.

Arizona HB4038 restricts the first day of instruction in public schools to no earlier than September 1, starting in 2027-2028.

Arizona HB4038 amends the state's statutes to set the first day of instruction in public schools no earlier than September 1, beginning in the 2027-2028 school year. The bill also outlines the instructional time models that schools can adopt to meet the minimum annual instructional time and hours requirements. Schools can deliver instructional time through various methods, including direct instruction, project-based learning, independent learning, and mastery-based learning. Schools can also provide up to 40% of instructional time remotely without affecting funding.