Establishes a 3-year pilot program for dropout prevention and recovery in Massachusetts school districts with high dropout rates.

The bill creates a 3-year pilot program for dropout prevention and recovery in Massachusetts school districts with dropout rates exceeding the state average. The Department of Elementary and Secondary Education will administer the program through a competitive grant process. It targets high school students at risk of dropping out using methods such as alternative education, dropout outreach, and support for expectant and parenting students. The program includes graduation coaches, expectant and parenting student liaisons, and annual data collection.

Establishes a 3-year pilot program for dropout prevention and recovery in Massachusetts school districts with high dropout rates.

The bill creates a 3-year pilot program for dropout prevention and recovery in Massachusetts school districts with dropout rates exceeding the state average. The Department of Elementary and Secondary Education will administer the program through a competitive grant process. It targets high school students at risk of dropping out using methods such as alternative education, dropout outreach, and support for expectant and parenting students. The program includes graduation coaches, expectant and parenting student liaisons, and annual data collection.