SB243

Schools; directing the State Department of Education to establish the School Innovation Grant Program; providing application process. Effective date. Emergency.

Introduced·2/3/25
Int Text

Oklahoma SB243 establishes the School Innovation Grant Program for school districts to implement educational innovations.

Oklahoma SB243 directs the State Department of Education to create the School Innovation Grant Program. This program allows school districts to apply for grants to implement educational innovations. The application process includes a discussion with Department representatives and recommendations from the Department to the State Board of Education. Grants are awarded based on the size of the school district and are used for curriculum, equipment, and technology. The Department collects information on the impact of the grants and submits a report to the Governor and legislative leaders.

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Education Committee
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Committee decision

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History

Feb 4, 2025

Senate

Second Reading referred to Education Committee then to Appropriations Committee

Feb 3, 2025

Senate

First Reading

Feb 3, 2025

Senate

Authored by Senator Pugh