Provides funding for transitional programs for students from English-speaking Caribbean countries not eligible for limited English proficiency.

This bill amends the education law to provide funding for transitional programs for students from English-speaking Caribbean countries who do not qualify for limited English proficiency programs. City school districts with populations over 65,000 can apply for grants to support these programs, which aim to aid the cultural and academic transition of these students into New York schools. Preference is given to programs that assist students with limited or interrupted formal education. The commissioner will adopt regulations for implementing this grant program.

Provides funding for transitional programs for students from English-speaking Caribbean countries not eligible for limited English proficiency.

This bill amends the education law to provide funding for transitional programs for students from English-speaking Caribbean countries who do not qualify for limited English proficiency programs. City school districts with populations over 65,000 can apply for grants to support these programs, which aim to aid the cultural and academic transition of these students into New York schools. Preference is given to programs that assist students with limited or interrupted formal education. The commissioner will adopt regulations for implementing this grant program.