New Jersey A2042 allows public high school students observing Ramadan to opt out of physical education and sports programs.
New Jersey A2042 permits public high school students who observe Ramadan to substitute physical education with an instructional course or study hall during the marking period of Ramadan. Students must submit written notice to the school principal before schedules are created. Additionally, student-athletes observing Ramadan can be excused from interscholastic, intramural sports, or cheerleading programs by submitting written notice to the coach, with no penalty for non-participation. The bill does not exempt students from attending health and safety education courses.
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