❌ HB43
Waive minimum instructional hours for specified high school
Summary
This bill waives the required minimum instructional hours for twelfth grade students at Ashtabula Lakeside High School due to the building being unusable as a result of a state of emergency declared by the Governor. The waiver applies for the 2024-2025 school year and requires an application from the Ashtabula City School District, which must be approved by the Department of Education and Workforce. Additionally, it waives the minimum number of hours the school must be open for instruction to maintain eligibility for state funding.
Rationale
The bill involves government intervention in education by waiving instructional requirements, which may conflict with the Libertarian principles of minimal government involvement in education and parental control over educational decisions. Both LP and LPO platforms emphasize the importance of free markets and parental authority in education, suggesting that this bill does not align well with their principles.
Risks and Concerns
- Increased government control over educational standards
- Potential precedent for future waivers that undermine educational quality
- Dependency on government funding may be reinforced