New York S06596 amends education law to require nonpublic schools to provide substantially equivalent education to public schools.

New York S06596 amends the education law to require nonpublic schools to provide education that is substantially equivalent to that provided by public schools. The bill outlines specific academic requirements for nonpublic elementary, middle, and high schools, including courses in English, social studies, mathematics, science, and more. Nonpublic schools must certify that their instruction meets these requirements. The commissioner of education will review these certifications and ensure compliance.

New York S06596 amends education law to require nonpublic schools to provide substantially equivalent education to public schools.

New York S06596 amends the education law to require nonpublic schools to provide education that is substantially equivalent to that provided by public schools. The bill outlines specific academic requirements for nonpublic elementary, middle, and high schools, including courses in English, social studies, mathematics, science, and more. Nonpublic schools must certify that their instruction meets these requirements. The commissioner of education will review these certifications and ensure compliance.