Adds to existing law to provide for the creation of innovation classrooms in which an alternative curriculum will be taught.

This bill creates a framework for parents to request an alternative curriculum within a regular public school if parents of at least 24 students request such accommodation. The bill lays out the framework, time frames, and issuesthatneedtobenegotiatedaswellasaccountabilityandfunding. Thehopeisthattheinnovativeclassroom will give parents a stronger voice advocating for the needs of their children while encouraging a working relationship between parents, teachers, students, and administration. Parental involvement and engagement is a critical factor in student success. As parents get engaged and take ownership over their own child’s education, outcomes will improve.