O.C.G.A. § 20-2-161-3 — GA Code / Title 20 / Chapter 2 / Section 20-2-161-3
Georgia Code Title 20. Education § 20-2-161.3
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(a) This Code section shall be known and may be cited as the “Dual Enrollment Act.”

(a) This Code section shall be known and may be cited as the “Dual Enrollment Act.”

(a.1) The purpose of the Dual Enrollment program is to promote and increase access to postsecondary educational opportunities for Georgia high school students while increasing high school graduation rates, preparing a skilled workforce, and decreasing time and cost to postsecondary credential completion.

(a.1) The purpose of the Dual Enrollment program is to promote and increase access to postsecondary educational opportunities for Georgia high school students while increasing high school graduation rates, preparing a skilled workforce, and decreasing time and cost to postsecondary credential completion.

(b) For purposes of this Code section, the term: (1) “ Commission ” means the Georgia Student Finance Commission created by Code Section 20-3-233 . (2) “ Department ” means the Department of Education. (3) “ Dual credit course ” means a postsecondary course, including a virtual course, taken by an eligible high school student pursuant to an arrangement at or through an eligible postsecondary institution for which the student receives secondary credit from his or her eligible high school. (4) “ Eligible core course ” means a course in English, math, science, social studies, or a foreign language upon which the commission calculates grade point averages for HOPE scholarship eligibility pursuant to paragraph (3.1) of subsection (b) of Code Section 20-2-157 and which is included in the eligible course list. (5) “ Eligible course list ” means a list of courses maintained by the commission which identifies courses approved for funding authorized by this Code section and shall include eligible core courses and eligible CTAE courses. (6) “ Eligible CTAE course ” means all career, technical, and agricultural education courses which are aligned with the department's Career Clusters and Pathways programs and which are included in the eligible course list. (7) “ Eligible dual credit course ” means a dual credit course which is included in the eligible course list and which is eligible for payment under this program subject to the following maximum credit hour caps: (A) Eligible high school students with 18 or fewer semester hours, or the equivalent amount of quarter hours, of dual credit courses funded under this part on or before June 30, 2020, shall be limited to a total of 30 semester hours, or the equivalent amount of quarter hours, of eligible dual credit courses; and (B) Eligible high school students with 19 or more semester hours, or the equivalent amount of quarter hours, of dual credit courses funded under this part on or before June 30, 2020, shall be limited to 12 additional semester hours, or the equivalent amount of quarter hours, of eligible dual credit courses. (8) “ Eligible high school ” means any private or public secondary educational institution located within the State of Georgia and any home study program operated pursuant to Code Section 20-2-690 . (9) “ Eligible high school student ” means a student who is: (A) Entering or enrolled in eleventh or twelfth grade at an eligible high school taking any eligible dual credit course at any eligible postsecondary institution; or (B) Entering or enrolled in tenth grade at an eligible high school when such student: (i) Is enrolled in an eligible CTAE course at an institution within the Technical College System of Georgia; (ii) Has obtained prior to the beginning of the term of dual enrollment coursework an SAT or ACT test score that would meet the assessment requirements of a Zell Miller Scholar pursuant to division (27)(A)(i) of Code Section 20-3-519 and is taking eligible core courses at any eligible postsecondary institution; or (iii) Was enrolled as a ninth grader in one or more dual credit courses at an eligible postsecondary institution for which payment was made under this part on or before June 30, 2020. (10) “ Eligible postsecondary institution ” or “ postsecondary institution ” means an eligible postsecondary institution as defined in paragraph (7) of Code Section 20-3-519 . (11) “ Program ” means the arrangement authorized by this Code section whereby an eligible high school student takes one or more dual credit courses with the goal of completing postsecondary credit and high school diploma requirements. (12) “ Secondary credit ” means high school credit for dual credit courses taken at or through an eligible postsecondary institution under the program.

(b) For purposes of this Code section, the term:

(1) “ Commission ” means the Georgia Student Finance Commission created by Code Section 20-3-233 .

(1) “ Commission ” means the Georgia Student Finance Commission created by Code Section 20-3-233 .

(2) “ Department ” means the Department of Education.

(2) “ Department ” means the Department of Education.

(3) “ Dual credit course ” means a postsecondary course, including a virtual course, taken by an eligible high school student pursuant to an arrangement at or through an eligible postsecondary institution for which the student receives secondary credit from his or her eligible high school.

(3) “ Dual credit course ” means a postsecondary course, including a virtual course, taken by an eligible high school student pursuant to an arrangement at or through an eligible postsecondary institution for which the student receives secondary credit from his or her eligible high school.

(4) “ Eligible core course ” means a course in English, math, science, social studies, or a foreign language upon which the commission calculates grade point averages for HOPE scholarship eligibility pursuant to paragraph (3.1) of subsection (b) of Code Section 20-2-157 and which is included in the eligible course list.

(4) “ Eligible core course ” means a course in English, math, science, social studies, or a foreign language upon which the commission calculates grade point averages for HOPE scholarship eligibility pursuant to paragraph (3.1) of subsection (b) of Code Section 20-2-157 and which is included in the eligible course list.

(5) “ Eligible course list ” means a list of courses maintained by the commission which identifies courses approved for funding authorized by this Code section and shall include eligible core courses and eligible CTAE courses.

(5) “ Eligible course list ” means a list of courses maintained by the commission which identifies courses approved for funding authorized by this Code section and shall include eligible core courses and eligible CTAE courses.

(6) “ Eligible CTAE course ” means all career, technical, and agricultural education courses which are aligned with the department's Career Clusters and Pathways programs and which are included in the eligible course list.

(6) “ Eligible CTAE course ” means all career, technical, and agricultural education courses which are aligned with the department's Career Clusters and Pathways programs and which are included in the eligible course list.

(7) “ Eligible dual credit course ” means a dual credit course which is included in the eligible course list and which is eligible for payment under this program subject to the following maximum credit hour caps: (A) Eligible high school students with 18 or fewer semester hours, or the equivalent amount of quarter hours, of dual credit courses funded under this part on or before June 30, 2020, shall be limited to a total of 30 semester hours, or the equivalent amount of quarter hours, of eligible dual credit courses; and (B) Eligible high school students with 19 or more semester hours, or the equivalent amount of quarter hours, of dual credit courses funded under this part on or before June 30, 2020, shall be limited to 12 additional semester hours, or the equivalent amount of quarter hours, of eligible dual credit courses.

(7) “ Eligible dual credit course ” means a dual credit course which is included in the eligible course list and which is eligible for payment under this program subject to the following maximum credit hour caps:

(A) Eligible high school students with 18 or fewer semester hours, or the equivalent amount of quarter hours, of dual credit courses funded under this part on or before June 30, 2020, shall be limited to a total of 30 semester hours, or the equivalent amount of quarter hours, of eligible dual credit courses; and

(A) Eligible high school students with 18 or fewer semester hours, or the equivalent amount of quarter hours, of dual credit courses funded under this part on or before June 30, 2020, shall be limited to a total of 30 semester hours, or the equivalent amount of quarter hours, of eligible dual credit courses; and

(B) Eligible high school students with 19 or more semester hours, or the equivalent amount of quarter hours, of dual credit courses funded under this part on or before June 30, 2020, shall be limited to 12 additional semester hours, or the equivalent amount of quarter hours, of eligible dual credit courses.

(B) Eligible high school students with 19 or more semester hours, or the equivalent amount of quarter hours, of dual credit courses funded under this part on or before June 30, 2020, shall be limited to 12 additional semester hours, or the equivalent amount of quarter hours, of eligible dual credit courses.

(8) “ Eligible high school ” means any private or public secondary educational institution located within the State of Georgia and any home study program operated pursuant to Code Section 20-2-690 .

(8) “ Eligible high school ” means any private or public secondary educational institution located within the State of Georgia and any home study program operated pursuant to Code Section 20-2-690 .

(9) “ Eligible high school student ” means a student who is: (A) Entering or enrolled in eleventh or twelfth grade at an eligible high school taking any eligible dual credit course at any eligible postsecondary institution; or (B) Entering or enrolled in tenth grade at an eligible high school when such student: (i) Is enrolled in an eligible CTAE course at an institution within the Technical College System of Georgia; (ii) Has obtained prior to the beginning of the term of dual enrollment coursework an SAT or ACT test score that would meet the assessment requirements of a Zell Miller Scholar pursuant to division (27)(A)(i) of Code Section 20-3-519 and is taking eligible core courses at any eligible postsecondary institution; or (iii) Was enrolled as a ninth grader in one or more dual credit courses at an eligible postsecondary institution for which payment was made under this part on or before June 30, 2020.

(9) “ Eligible high school student ” means a student who is:

(A) Entering or enrolled in eleventh or twelfth grade at an eligible high school taking any eligible dual credit course at any eligible postsecondary institution; or

(A) Entering or enrolled in eleventh or twelfth grade at an eligible high school taking any eligible dual credit course at any eligible postsecondary institution; or

(B) Entering or enrolled in tenth grade at an eligible high school when such student: (i) Is enrolled in an eligible CTAE course at an institution within the Technical College System of Georgia; (ii) Has obtained prior to the beginning of the term of dual enrollment coursework an SAT or ACT test score that would meet the assessment requirements of a Zell Miller Scholar pursuant to division (27)(A)(i) of Code Section 20-3-519 and is taking eligible core courses at any eligible postsecondary institution; or (iii) Was enrolled as a ninth grader in one or more dual credit courses at an eligible postsecondary institution for which payment was made under this part on or before June 30, 2020.

(B) Entering or enrolled in tenth grade at an eligible high school when such student:

(i) Is enrolled in an eligible CTAE course at an institution within the Technical College System of Georgia;

(i) Is enrolled in an eligible CTAE course at an institution within the Technical College System of Georgia;

(ii) Has obtained prior to the beginning of the term of dual enrollment coursework an SAT or ACT test score that would meet the assessment requirements of a Zell Miller Scholar pursuant to division (27)(A)(i) of Code Section 20-3-519 and is taking eligible core courses at any eligible postsecondary institution; or

(ii) Has obtained prior to the beginning of the term of dual enrollment coursework an SAT or ACT test score that would meet the assessment requirements of a Zell Miller Scholar pursuant to division (27)(A)(i) of Code Section 20-3-519 and is taking eligible core courses at any eligible postsecondary institution; or

(iii) Was enrolled as a ninth grader in one or more dual credit courses at an eligible postsecondary institution for which payment was made under this part on or before June 30, 2020.

(iii) Was enrolled as a ninth grader in one or more dual credit courses at an eligible postsecondary institution for which payment was made under this part on or before June 30, 2020.

(10) “ Eligible postsecondary institution ” or “ postsecondary institution ” means an eligible postsecondary institution as defined in paragraph (7) of Code Section 20-3-519 .

(10) “ Eligible postsecondary institution ” or “ postsecondary institution ” means an eligible postsecondary institution as defined in paragraph (7) of Code Section 20-3-519 .

(11) “ Program ” means the arrangement authorized by this Code section whereby an eligible high school student takes one or more dual credit courses with the goal of completing postsecondary credit and high school diploma requirements.

(11) “ Program ” means the arrangement authorized by this Code section whereby an eligible high school student takes one or more dual credit courses with the goal of completing postsecondary credit and high school diploma requirements.

(12) “ Secondary credit ” means high school credit for dual credit courses taken at or through an eligible postsecondary institution under the program.

(12) “ Secondary credit ” means high school credit for dual credit courses taken at or through an eligible postsecondary institution under the program.

(c) An eligible high school student may apply to an eligible postsecondary institution to take one or more dual credit courses at or through that postsecondary institution which are approved for secondary credit pursuant to subsection (f) of this Code section. If accepted at an eligible postsecondary institution, such eligible high school student may take any such approved dual credit course at or through that postsecondary institution, whether or not the course is taught during the regular eligible high school day, and receive secondary credit therefor under the conditions provided in this Code section.

(c) An eligible high school student may apply to an eligible postsecondary institution to take one or more dual credit courses at or through that postsecondary institution which are approved for secondary credit pursuant to subsection (f) of this Code section. If accepted at an eligible postsecondary institution, such eligible high school student may take any such approved dual credit course at or through that postsecondary institution, whether or not the course is taught during the regular eligible high school day, and receive secondary credit therefor under the conditions provided in this Code section.

(d) In consultation with and subject to approval by the commission, the department shall develop appropriate forms and counseling guidelines for the program and shall make such forms and guidelines available to eligible high schools and eligible postsecondary institutions. No later than the first day of February each year, each eligible high school shall provide general information about the program, including such forms, to all its eligible high school students. An eligible high school shall also provide counseling services to such students and their parents or guardians before the students enroll in the program. Prior to participating in the program, the student and the student's parent or guardian shall sign the form provided by the eligible high school or by an eligible postsecondary institution stating that they have received the counseling specified in this subsection and that they understand the responsibilities that shall be assumed in participating in the program. Program information and materials shall be provided to each eighth grade public school student at the time the student is developing his or her individual graduation plan as required by Code Section 20-2-327 .

(d) In consultation with and subject to approval by the commission, the department shall develop appropriate forms and counseling guidelines for the program and shall make such forms and guidelines available to eligible high schools and eligible postsecondary institutions. No later than the first day of February each year, each eligible high school shall provide general information about the program, including such forms, to all its eligible high school students. An eligible high school shall also provide counseling services to such students and their parents or guardians before the students enroll in the program. Prior to participating in the program, the student and the student's parent or guardian shall sign the form provided by the eligible high school or by an eligible postsecondary institution stating that they have received the counseling specified in this subsection and that they understand the responsibilities that shall be assumed in participating in the program. Program information and materials shall be provided to each eighth grade public school student at the time the student is developing his or her individual graduation plan as required by Code Section 20-2-327 .

(e) In order to participate in the program, each eligible high school shall be required to execute a participation agreement as prescribed by the commission.

(e) In order to participate in the program, each eligible high school shall be required to execute a participation agreement as prescribed by the commission.

(f)(1) A participating eligible high school shall grant secondary credit to an eligible high school student enrolled in a dual credit course in an eligible postsecondary institution if such student successfully completes such course. The secondary credit granted shall be for a comparable required course; career, technical, and agricultural education course; or elective course. Upon completion of an eligible postsecondary institution's dual credit course, the eligible high school student shall be responsible for requesting that the eligible postsecondary institution notify such student's eligible high school regarding his or her grade in such course. (2) Secondary credits granted for eligible postsecondary institution dual credit courses under paragraph (1) of this subsection shall be counted by the eligible high school toward graduation requirements and subject area requirements of the eligible high school. Evidence of successful completion of each dual credit course and secondary credits granted shall be included in the eligible high school student's secondary school records. (3) A participating eligible high school shall be required to award a high school diploma to an eligible high school student who is enrolled at or through an eligible postsecondary institution under the program as long as the credit earned at or through such postsecondary institution satisfies course requirements needed for the eligible high school student to complete high school graduation. The State Board of Education, in consultation with the State Board of the Technical College System of Georgia and the Board of Regents of the University System of Georgia, shall determine appropriate courses to meet these requirements. No later than July 1, 2015, the department shall communicate to high schools the subject area requirements or elective courses that may be satisfied with dual credit courses provided by eligible postsecondary institutions, which shall include completion of: (A) At least the following state required ninth and tenth grade level high school courses or their equivalent: two English courses, two mathematics courses, two science courses, two social studies courses, and one health and physical education course; and any state required tests associated with any such courses; and (B) One of the following: (i) An associate degree program; (ii) A technical college diploma program and all postsecondary academic education and technical education and training prerequisites for any state, national, or industry occupational certifications or licenses required to work in the field; or (iii) At least two technical college certificate of credit programs in one specific career pathway and all postsecondary academic education and technical education and training prerequisites for any state, national, or industry occupational certifications or licenses required to work in the field as determined by the Technical College System of Georgia. Students who have taken dual credit courses in pursuit of a high school diploma under this paragraph, and were funded under this part, on or before June 30, 2020, shall not be subject to any maximum credit hour caps as set forth in this Code section. Such students may continue participation in the program until the student completes the coursework required for his or her high school diploma. (4) No local school system that receives funding under this article shall exclude eligible high school students taking one or more dual credit courses pursuant to this Code section from eligibility determinations for valedictorian and salutatorian of a participating eligible high school; provided, however, that this shall not apply to a student who moves into the local school system after tenth grade and has not taken any courses on site at the participating eligible high school.

(f)(1) A participating eligible high school shall grant secondary credit to an eligible high school student enrolled in a dual credit course in an eligible postsecondary institution if such student successfully completes such course. The secondary credit granted shall be for a comparable required course; career, technical, and agricultural education course; or elective course. Upon completion of an eligible postsecondary institution's dual credit course, the eligible high school student shall be responsible for requesting that the eligible postsecondary institution notify such student's eligible high school regarding his or her grade in such course.

(f)(1) A participating eligible high school shall grant secondary credit to an eligible high school student enrolled in a dual credit course in an eligible postsecondary institution if such student successfully completes such course. The secondary credit granted shall be for a comparable required course; career, technical, and agricultural education course; or elective course. Upon completion of an eligible postsecondary institution's dual credit course, the eligible high school student shall be responsible for requesting that the eligible postsecondary institution notify such student's eligible high school regarding his or her grade in such course.

(2) Secondary credits granted for eligible postsecondary institution dual credit courses under paragraph (1) of this subsection shall be counted by the eligible high school toward graduation requirements and subject area requirements of the eligible high school. Evidence of successful completion of each dual credit course and secondary credits granted shall be included in the eligible high school student's secondary school records.

(2) Secondary credits granted for eligible postsecondary institution dual credit courses under paragraph (1) of this subsection shall be counted by the eligible high school toward graduation requirements and subject area requirements of the eligible high school. Evidence of successful completion of each dual credit course and secondary credits granted shall be included in the eligible high school student's secondary school records.

(3) A participating eligible high school shall be required to award a high school diploma to an eligible high school student who is enrolled at or through an eligible postsecondary institution under the program as long as the credit earned at or through such postsecondary institution satisfies course requirements needed for the eligible high school student to complete high school graduation. The State Board of Education, in consultation with the State Board of the Technical College System of Georgia and the Board of Regents of the University System of Georgia, shall determine appropriate courses to meet these requirements. No later than July 1, 2015, the department shall communicate to high schools the subject area requirements or elective courses that may be satisfied with dual credit courses provided by eligible postsecondary institutions, which shall include completion of: (A) At least the following state required ninth and tenth grade level high school courses or their equivalent: two English courses, two mathematics courses, two science courses, two social studies courses, and one health and physical education course; and any state required tests associated with any such courses; and (B) One of the following: (i) An associate degree program; (ii) A technical college diploma program and all postsecondary academic education and technical education and training prerequisites for any state, national, or industry occupational certifications or licenses required to work in the field; or (iii) At least two technical college certificate of credit programs in one specific career pathway and all postsecondary academic education and technical education and training prerequisites for any state, national, or industry occupational certifications or licenses required to work in the field as determined by the Technical College System of Georgia. Students who have taken dual credit courses in pursuit of a high school diploma under this paragraph, and were funded under this part, on or before June 30, 2020, shall not be subject to any maximum credit hour caps as set forth in this Code section. Such students may continue participation in the program until the student completes the coursework required for his or her high school diploma.

(3) A participating eligible high school shall be required to award a high school diploma to an eligible high school student who is enrolled at or through an eligible postsecondary institution under the program as long as the credit earned at or through such postsecondary institution satisfies course requirements needed for the eligible high school student to complete high school graduation. The State Board of Education, in consultation with the State Board of the Technical College System of Georgia and the Board of Regents of the University System of Georgia, shall determine appropriate courses to meet these requirements. No later than July 1, 2015, the department shall communicate to high schools the subject area requirements or elective courses that may be satisfied with dual credit courses provided by eligible postsecondary institutions, which shall include completion of:

(A) At least the following state required ninth and tenth grade level high school courses or their equivalent: two English courses, two mathematics courses, two science courses, two social studies courses, and one health and physical education course; and any state required tests associated with any such courses; and

(A) At least the following state required ninth and tenth grade level high school courses or their equivalent: two English courses, two mathematics courses, two science courses, two social studies courses, and one health and physical education course; and any state required tests associated with any such courses; and

(B) One of the following: (i) An associate degree program; (ii) A technical college diploma program and all postsecondary academic education and technical education and training prerequisites for any state, national, or industry occupational certifications or licenses required to work in the field; or (iii) At least two technical college certificate of credit programs in one specific career pathway and all postsecondary academic education and technical education and training prerequisites for any state, national, or industry occupational certifications or licenses required to work in the field as determined by the Technical College System of Georgia. Students who have taken dual credit courses in pursuit of a high school diploma under this paragraph, and were funded under this part, on or before June 30, 2020, shall not be subject to any maximum credit hour caps as set forth in this Code section. Such students may continue participation in the program until the student completes the coursework required for his or her high school diploma.

(B) One of the following:

(i) An associate degree program;

(i) An associate degree program;

(ii) A technical college diploma program and all postsecondary academic education and technical education and training prerequisites for any state, national, or industry occupational certifications or licenses required to work in the field; or

(ii) A technical college diploma program and all postsecondary academic education and technical education and training prerequisites for any state, national, or industry occupational certifications or licenses required to work in the field; or

(iii) At least two technical college certificate of credit programs in one specific career pathway and all postsecondary academic education and technical education and training prerequisites for any state, national, or industry occupational certifications or licenses required to work in the field as determined by the Technical College System of Georgia.

(iii) At least two technical college certificate of credit programs in one specific career pathway and all postsecondary academic education and technical education and training prerequisites for any state, national, or industry occupational certifications or licenses required to work in the field as determined by the Technical College System of Georgia.

Students who have taken dual credit courses in pursuit of a high school diploma under this paragraph, and were funded under this part, on or before June 30, 2020, shall not be subject to any maximum credit hour caps as set forth in this Code section. Such students may continue participation in the program until the student completes the coursework required for his or her high school diploma.

(4) No local school system that receives funding under this article shall exclude eligible high school students taking one or more dual credit courses pursuant to this Code section from eligibility determinations for valedictorian and salutatorian of a participating eligible high school; provided, however, that this shall not apply to a student who moves into the local school system after tenth grade and has not taken any courses on site at the participating eligible high school.

(4) No local school system that receives funding under this article shall exclude eligible high school students taking one or more dual credit courses pursuant to this Code section from eligibility determinations for valedictorian and salutatorian of a participating eligible high school; provided, however, that this shall not apply to a student who moves into the local school system after tenth grade and has not taken any courses on site at the participating eligible high school.

(g) Hours for dual credit courses taken at or through an eligible postsecondary institution pursuant to this Code section by an eligible high school student shall not count against any maximum hourly caps which may be applicable for purposes of HOPE scholarships or grants.

(g) Hours for dual credit courses taken at or through an eligible postsecondary institution pursuant to this Code section by an eligible high school student shall not count against any maximum hourly caps which may be applicable for purposes of HOPE scholarships or grants.

(h) The commission is authorized to promulgate rules and regulations not inconsistent with the provisions of this Code section relating to the program described in this Code section. Said rules and regulations shall provide that, after June 30, 2020, eligible high school students shall not be permitted to retake a dual credit course except under extenuating circumstances, as determined by the commission; and after withdrawal from a second dual credit course, a student shall be ineligible to take any dual credit courses except under extenuating circumstances, as determined by the commission.

(h) The commission is authorized to promulgate rules and regulations not inconsistent with the provisions of this Code section relating to the program described in this Code section. Said rules and regulations shall provide that, after June 30, 2020, eligible high school students shall not be permitted to retake a dual credit course except under extenuating circumstances, as determined by the commission; and after withdrawal from a second dual credit course, a student shall be ineligible to take any dual credit courses except under extenuating circumstances, as determined by the commission.

(i)(1) Every eligible postsecondary institution shall be subject to examination by the commission for the sole purpose of determining whether such postsecondary institution has properly complied with rules and regulations established pursuant to this Code section. Such examination shall be conducted by the commission no less frequently than once every three years. The commission is authorized to conduct the examination using sampling and extrapolation techniques. However, nothing in this subsection shall be construed to interfere with the authority of a postsecondary institution to determine its own curriculum, philosophy, purpose, or administration. In the event it is determined that a postsecondary institution knowingly or through error certified an ineligible student to be eligible for the program established under this Code section, the amount paid to the postsecondary institution pursuant to such certification shall be refunded by the postsecondary institution to the commission. The commission may suspend a postsecondary institution from receiving payments under this Code section if it fails to refund any moneys deemed due pursuant to this subsection. (2) Every eligible high school shall be subject to examination by the commission for the sole purpose of determining whether such high school has properly complied with rules and regulations established pursuant to this Code section. Such examination shall be conducted on a schedule prescribed by the commission. The commission is authorized to conduct the examination using sampling and extrapolation techniques. In the event it is determined that an eligible high school knowingly or through error certified an ineligible student to be eligible for the program established under this Code section, the commission may institute corrective actions, including but not limited to removing the high school's eligibility under this program.

(i)(1) Every eligible postsecondary institution shall be subject to examination by the commission for the sole purpose of determining whether such postsecondary institution has properly complied with rules and regulations established pursuant to this Code section. Such examination shall be conducted by the commission no less frequently than once every three years. The commission is authorized to conduct the examination using sampling and extrapolation techniques. However, nothing in this subsection shall be construed to interfere with the authority of a postsecondary institution to determine its own curriculum, philosophy, purpose, or administration. In the event it is determined that a postsecondary institution knowingly or through error certified an ineligible student to be eligible for the program established under this Code section, the amount paid to the postsecondary institution pursuant to such certification shall be refunded by the postsecondary institution to the commission. The commission may suspend a postsecondary institution from receiving payments under this Code section if it fails to refund any moneys deemed due pursuant to this subsection.

(i)(1) Every eligible postsecondary institution shall be subject to examination by the commission for the sole purpose of determining whether such postsecondary institution has properly complied with rules and regulations established pursuant to this Code section. Such examination shall be conducted by the commission no less frequently than once every three years. The commission is authorized to conduct the examination using sampling and extrapolation techniques. However, nothing in this subsection shall be construed to interfere with the authority of a postsecondary institution to determine its own curriculum, philosophy, purpose, or administration. In the event it is determined that a postsecondary institution knowingly or through error certified an ineligible student to be eligible for the program established under this Code section, the amount paid to the postsecondary institution pursuant to such certification shall be refunded by the postsecondary institution to the commission. The commission may suspend a postsecondary institution from receiving payments under this Code section if it fails to refund any moneys deemed due pursuant to this subsection.

(2) Every eligible high school shall be subject to examination by the commission for the sole purpose of determining whether such high school has properly complied with rules and regulations established pursuant to this Code section. Such examination shall be conducted on a schedule prescribed by the commission. The commission is authorized to conduct the examination using sampling and extrapolation techniques. In the event it is determined that an eligible high school knowingly or through error certified an ineligible student to be eligible for the program established under this Code section, the commission may institute corrective actions, including but not limited to removing the high school's eligibility under this program.

(2) Every eligible high school shall be subject to examination by the commission for the sole purpose of determining whether such high school has properly complied with rules and regulations established pursuant to this Code section. Such examination shall be conducted on a schedule prescribed by the commission. The commission is authorized to conduct the examination using sampling and extrapolation techniques. In the event it is determined that an eligible high school knowingly or through error certified an ineligible student to be eligible for the program established under this Code section, the commission may institute corrective actions, including but not limited to removing the high school's eligibility under this program.

(j) In order to participate in the program, each eligible postsecondary institution shall be required to enter into a participation agreement with the commission agreeing to: (1) Waive all mandatory and noncourse related fees for eligible high school students participating in the program taking eligible dual credit courses; (2) Provide course books to eligible high school students participating in the program taking eligible dual credit courses at no charge to the student; (3) Accept the amount paid by the commission as full payment for tuition, mandatory and noncourse related fees, and course books for eligible high school students taking eligible dual credit courses; and (4) Provide enrollment and student record data to the Office of Planning and Budget and to the state-wide longitudinal data system maintained by such office. Such data shall be submitted in accordance with timelines and formats established by the Office of Planning and Budget.

(j) In order to participate in the program, each eligible postsecondary institution shall be required to enter into a participation agreement with the commission agreeing to:

(1) Waive all mandatory and noncourse related fees for eligible high school students participating in the program taking eligible dual credit courses;

(1) Waive all mandatory and noncourse related fees for eligible high school students participating in the program taking eligible dual credit courses;

(2) Provide course books to eligible high school students participating in the program taking eligible dual credit courses at no charge to the student;

(2) Provide course books to eligible high school students participating in the program taking eligible dual credit courses at no charge to the student;

(3) Accept the amount paid by the commission as full payment for tuition, mandatory and noncourse related fees, and course books for eligible high school students taking eligible dual credit courses; and

(3) Accept the amount paid by the commission as full payment for tuition, mandatory and noncourse related fees, and course books for eligible high school students taking eligible dual credit courses; and

(4) Provide enrollment and student record data to the Office of Planning and Budget and to the state-wide longitudinal data system maintained by such office. Such data shall be submitted in accordance with timelines and formats established by the Office of Planning and Budget.

(4) Provide enrollment and student record data to the Office of Planning and Budget and to the state-wide longitudinal data system maintained by such office. Such data shall be submitted in accordance with timelines and formats established by the Office of Planning and Budget.

(k) The commission shall provide funding in accordance with this Code section for eligible dual credit courses taken by eligible high school students; provided, however, that the funding provided to the commission for the program shall be subject to annual appropriations enacted by the General Assembly. The commission shall set criteria for funding for tuition, mandatory and noncourse related fees, course books, and transportation. The amount of such funds to be paid shall be determined by the commission. The commission shall create a grant program, subject to the availability of funds, pursuant to which participating public eligible high schools may apply for transportation grants. Such grants shall be awarded based on criteria, terms, and conditions determined by the commission in consultation with the department.

(k) The commission shall provide funding in accordance with this Code section for eligible dual credit courses taken by eligible high school students; provided, however, that the funding provided to the commission for the program shall be subject to annual appropriations enacted by the General Assembly. The commission shall set criteria for funding for tuition, mandatory and noncourse related fees, course books, and transportation. The amount of such funds to be paid shall be determined by the commission. The commission shall create a grant program, subject to the availability of funds, pursuant to which participating public eligible high schools may apply for transportation grants. Such grants shall be awarded based on criteria, terms, and conditions determined by the commission in consultation with the department.

(l) In the event the funds made available to the commission are not sufficient to enable the commission to meet all funding requirements of the program, the amount paid to eligible postsecondary institutions shall be reduced by the commission. Under no circumstances shall the eligible postsecondary institutions require an eligible high school student participating in the program taking an eligible dual credit course to pay for tuition, mandatory and noncourse related fees, or course books.

(l) In the event the funds made available to the commission are not sufficient to enable the commission to meet all funding requirements of the program, the amount paid to eligible postsecondary institutions shall be reduced by the commission. Under no circumstances shall the eligible postsecondary institutions require an eligible high school student participating in the program taking an eligible dual credit course to pay for tuition, mandatory and noncourse related fees, or course books.

(m) Students enrolled in a work based learning program under Code Section 20-2-161.2 may be eligible to earn dual credit upon completing a planned training experience under guidelines developed by the department and the Technical College System of Georgia, provided that students meet postsecondary readiness established in reading and writing and mathematics for the particular advanced training program or associate's degree.

(m) Students enrolled in a work based learning program under Code Section 20-2-161.2 may be eligible to earn dual credit upon completing a planned training experience under guidelines developed by the department and the Technical College System of Georgia, provided that students meet postsecondary readiness established in reading and writing and mathematics for the particular advanced training program or associate's degree.

(n) The commission shall collect and monitor enrollment and student record data for eligible dual credit courses taken pursuant to this Code section. The commission shall annually measure and evaluate the program. The Office of Planning and Budget, the department, eligible postsecondary institutions, and local boards of education shall cooperate with and provide data as necessary to the commission to facilitate the provisions of this subsection.

(n) The commission shall collect and monitor enrollment and student record data for eligible dual credit courses taken pursuant to this Code section. The commission shall annually measure and evaluate the program. The Office of Planning and Budget, the department, eligible postsecondary institutions, and local boards of education shall cooperate with and provide data as necessary to the commission to facilitate the provisions of this subsection.

(o) Nothing in this Code section shall be deemed to preclude an eligible high school student from taking one or more dual credit courses at his or her own expense.

(o) Nothing in this Code section shall be deemed to preclude an eligible high school student from taking one or more dual credit courses at his or her own expense.

(p)(1) The department and any organization that receives program funds shall annually report to the commission, at a minimum, the following data: (A) Rates of participation, dual credit earned, and attempted but uncompleted courses; (B) Rates of college enrollment and graduation for participating students; and (C) Correlation between completion of eligible dual credit courses and the time to complete a college degree program. (2) The commission shall maintain and annually report to the Governor and the General Assembly data for the three preceding school years, including, at a minimum, the data reported under paragraph (1) of this subsection and: (A) The impact of the program on credential attainment; and (B) Cost savings resulting from the program. (3) The commission is authorized to promulgate rules and regulations as necessary to implement this subsection.

(p)(1) The department and any organization that receives program funds shall annually report to the commission, at a minimum, the following data: (A) Rates of participation, dual credit earned, and attempted but uncompleted courses; (B) Rates of college enrollment and graduation for participating students; and (C) Correlation between completion of eligible dual credit courses and the time to complete a college degree program.

(p)(1) The department and any organization that receives program funds shall annually report to the commission, at a minimum, the following data:

(A) Rates of participation, dual credit earned, and attempted but uncompleted courses;

(A) Rates of participation, dual credit earned, and attempted but uncompleted courses;

(B) Rates of college enrollment and graduation for participating students; and

(B) Rates of college enrollment and graduation for participating students; and

(C) Correlation between completion of eligible dual credit courses and the time to complete a college degree program.

(C) Correlation between completion of eligible dual credit courses and the time to complete a college degree program.

(2) The commission shall maintain and annually report to the Governor and the General Assembly data for the three preceding school years, including, at a minimum, the data reported under paragraph (1) of this subsection and: (A) The impact of the program on credential attainment; and (B) Cost savings resulting from the program.

(2) The commission shall maintain and annually report to the Governor and the General Assembly data for the three preceding school years, including, at a minimum, the data reported under paragraph (1) of this subsection and:

(A) The impact of the program on credential attainment; and

(A) The impact of the program on credential attainment; and

(B) Cost savings resulting from the program.

(B) Cost savings resulting from the program.

(3) The commission is authorized to promulgate rules and regulations as necessary to implement this subsection.

(3) The commission is authorized to promulgate rules and regulations as necessary to implement this subsection.
O.C.G.A. § 20-2-149-3 — GA Code / Title 20 / Chapter 2 / Section 20-2-149-3
Georgia Code Title 20. Education § 20-2-149.3
Status: in_force

(a) The General Assembly finds that: (1) Education in computer science is a critical need for the students of Georgia for the twenty-first century; (2) Less than 0.5 percent of high school graduates have taken a computer science course; (3) There are thousands of unfulfilled computer science jobs in the state; and (4) The logical thinking skills taught by computer science are now very valuable in many noncomputer science jobs, as technology has become embedded in most professions.

(a) The General Assembly finds that:

(1) Education in computer science is a critical need for the students of Georgia for the twenty-first century;

(1) Education in computer science is a critical need for the students of Georgia for the twenty-first century;

(2) Less than 0.5 percent of high school graduates have taken a computer science course;

(2) Less than 0.5 percent of high school graduates have taken a computer science course;

(3) There are thousands of unfulfilled computer science jobs in the state; and

(3) There are thousands of unfulfilled computer science jobs in the state; and

(4) The logical thinking skills taught by computer science are now very valuable in many noncomputer science jobs, as technology has become embedded in most professions.

(4) The logical thinking skills taught by computer science are now very valuable in many noncomputer science jobs, as technology has become embedded in most professions.

(b) As used in this Code section, the term: (1) “ Computer science ” means the study of computers, algorithmic processes, coding, and logical thinking, including computer principles, their hardware and software designs, their implementation, and their impact on society. (2) “ Computer science courses and content ” means high school courses that teach computer science as stand-alone implementations and middle school courses that provide instruction in computer science in stand-alone implementations or by being embedded in other subjects and focus on how to create and understand technology, rather than by simply using technology. (3) “ High-quality professional learning ” means professional development activities that: (A) Clarify the conceptual foundations of computer science; (B) Teach research based practices, including hands-on and inquiry based learning; and (C) Are intended for teachers with or without prior exposure to computer science. (4) “ High-quality professional learning providers ” means institutions of higher education in this state, local school systems, nonprofit organizations, or private entities that have successfully designed, implemented, and scaled high-quality professional learning for teachers and are approved or recommended by the State Board of Education in coordination with the Department of Education. (5) “ Offer ” means providing a course taught by a computer science teacher: (A) Who is onsite at the physical location of the school; or (B) Who is not onsite at the physical location of the school but conducts the course through virtual means with a proctor onsite at the physical location of the school.

(b) As used in this Code section, the term:

(1) “ Computer science ” means the study of computers, algorithmic processes, coding, and logical thinking, including computer principles, their hardware and software designs, their implementation, and their impact on society.

(1) “ Computer science ” means the study of computers, algorithmic processes, coding, and logical thinking, including computer principles, their hardware and software designs, their implementation, and their impact on society.

(2) “ Computer science courses and content ” means high school courses that teach computer science as stand-alone implementations and middle school courses that provide instruction in computer science in stand-alone implementations or by being embedded in other subjects and focus on how to create and understand technology, rather than by simply using technology.

(2) “ Computer science courses and content ” means high school courses that teach computer science as stand-alone implementations and middle school courses that provide instruction in computer science in stand-alone implementations or by being embedded in other subjects and focus on how to create and understand technology, rather than by simply using technology.

(3) “ High-quality professional learning ” means professional development activities that: (A) Clarify the conceptual foundations of computer science; (B) Teach research based practices, including hands-on and inquiry based learning; and (C) Are intended for teachers with or without prior exposure to computer science.

(3) “ High-quality professional learning ” means professional development activities that:

(A) Clarify the conceptual foundations of computer science;

(A) Clarify the conceptual foundations of computer science;

(B) Teach research based practices, including hands-on and inquiry based learning; and

(B) Teach research based practices, including hands-on and inquiry based learning; and

(C) Are intended for teachers with or without prior exposure to computer science.

(C) Are intended for teachers with or without prior exposure to computer science.

(4) “ High-quality professional learning providers ” means institutions of higher education in this state, local school systems, nonprofit organizations, or private entities that have successfully designed, implemented, and scaled high-quality professional learning for teachers and are approved or recommended by the State Board of Education in coordination with the Department of Education.

(4) “ High-quality professional learning providers ” means institutions of higher education in this state, local school systems, nonprofit organizations, or private entities that have successfully designed, implemented, and scaled high-quality professional learning for teachers and are approved or recommended by the State Board of Education in coordination with the Department of Education.

(5) “ Offer ” means providing a course taught by a computer science teacher: (A) Who is onsite at the physical location of the school; or (B) Who is not onsite at the physical location of the school but conducts the course through virtual means with a proctor onsite at the physical location of the school.

(5) “ Offer ” means providing a course taught by a computer science teacher:

(A) Who is onsite at the physical location of the school; or

(A) Who is onsite at the physical location of the school; or

(B) Who is not onsite at the physical location of the school but conducts the course through virtual means with a proctor onsite at the physical location of the school.

(B) Who is not onsite at the physical location of the school but conducts the course through virtual means with a proctor onsite at the physical location of the school.

(c)(1) Beginning in the 2022-2023 school year: (A) Each local school system shall provide that at least one high school in its school system offer a course in computer science; (B) Each local school system shall provide that all middle schools in its school system offer instruction in exploratory computer science; (C) Each state charter school that serves high school students shall offer a course in computer science; (D) Each state charter school that serves middle school students shall offer instruction in exploratory computer science; (E) Each local school system may provide that all elementary schools in its school system offer instruction in exploratory computer science; and (F) Each state charter school that serves elementary school students may offer instruction in exploratory computer science. (2) Beginning in the 2023-2024 school year, each local school system shall provide that at least 50 percent of the high schools in its school system offer a course in computer science. (3) Beginning in the 2024-2025 school year, each local school system shall provide that all high schools in its school system offer a course in computer science.

(c)(1) Beginning in the 2022-2023 school year: (A) Each local school system shall provide that at least one high school in its school system offer a course in computer science; (B) Each local school system shall provide that all middle schools in its school system offer instruction in exploratory computer science; (C) Each state charter school that serves high school students shall offer a course in computer science; (D) Each state charter school that serves middle school students shall offer instruction in exploratory computer science; (E) Each local school system may provide that all elementary schools in its school system offer instruction in exploratory computer science; and (F) Each state charter school that serves elementary school students may offer instruction in exploratory computer science.

(c)(1) Beginning in the 2022-2023 school year:

(A) Each local school system shall provide that at least one high school in its school system offer a course in computer science;

(A) Each local school system shall provide that at least one high school in its school system offer a course in computer science;

(B) Each local school system shall provide that all middle schools in its school system offer instruction in exploratory computer science;

(B) Each local school system shall provide that all middle schools in its school system offer instruction in exploratory computer science;

(C) Each state charter school that serves high school students shall offer a course in computer science;

(C) Each state charter school that serves high school students shall offer a course in computer science;

(D) Each state charter school that serves middle school students shall offer instruction in exploratory computer science;

(D) Each state charter school that serves middle school students shall offer instruction in exploratory computer science;

(E) Each local school system may provide that all elementary schools in its school system offer instruction in exploratory computer science; and

(E) Each local school system may provide that all elementary schools in its school system offer instruction in exploratory computer science; and

(F) Each state charter school that serves elementary school students may offer instruction in exploratory computer science.

(F) Each state charter school that serves elementary school students may offer instruction in exploratory computer science.

(2) Beginning in the 2023-2024 school year, each local school system shall provide that at least 50 percent of the high schools in its school system offer a course in computer science.

(2) Beginning in the 2023-2024 school year, each local school system shall provide that at least 50 percent of the high schools in its school system offer a course in computer science.

(3) Beginning in the 2024-2025 school year, each local school system shall provide that all high schools in its school system offer a course in computer science.

(3) Beginning in the 2024-2025 school year, each local school system shall provide that all high schools in its school system offer a course in computer science.

(d) The Department of Education shall ensure that the Georgia Virtual School operated pursuant to Code Section 20-2-319.1 has sufficient capacity to enable schools to utilize computer science courses to meet the needs of such schools as a result of this Code section.

(d) The Department of Education shall ensure that the Georgia Virtual School operated pursuant to Code Section 20-2-319.1 has sufficient capacity to enable schools to utilize computer science courses to meet the needs of such schools as a result of this Code section.

(e)(1) Subject to appropriations, grants shall be provided to eligible entities to deliver professional development programs for teachers providing instruction in computer science courses and content. (2) Eligible entities shall include local school systems, consortia of local school systems, local charter schools, state charter schools, and high-quality professional learning providers working in partnership with local school systems. (3) Criteria for grant awards to eligible entities pursuant to this subsection shall include: (A) The number of teachers in a local school system that require training and the number of teachers in a local school system that have already received training; and (B) The willingness of local school systems to make available their teachers who have received training in computer science courses and content to provide computer science instruction in another local school system or systems. (4) The Department of Education shall submit a report on December 1 of each year to the Governor, the Lieutenant Governor, the Speaker of the House of Representatives, the chairperson of the Senate Education and Youth Committee, and the chairperson of the House Committee on Education. Such report shall include the number of teachers trained, the number of schools offering training, the number of students served and the demographics of such students, and a list of the eligible entities that provided the training.

(e)(1) Subject to appropriations, grants shall be provided to eligible entities to deliver professional development programs for teachers providing instruction in computer science courses and content.

(e)(1) Subject to appropriations, grants shall be provided to eligible entities to deliver professional development programs for teachers providing instruction in computer science courses and content.

(2) Eligible entities shall include local school systems, consortia of local school systems, local charter schools, state charter schools, and high-quality professional learning providers working in partnership with local school systems.

(2) Eligible entities shall include local school systems, consortia of local school systems, local charter schools, state charter schools, and high-quality professional learning providers working in partnership with local school systems.

(3) Criteria for grant awards to eligible entities pursuant to this subsection shall include: (A) The number of teachers in a local school system that require training and the number of teachers in a local school system that have already received training; and (B) The willingness of local school systems to make available their teachers who have received training in computer science courses and content to provide computer science instruction in another local school system or systems.

(3) Criteria for grant awards to eligible entities pursuant to this subsection shall include:

(A) The number of teachers in a local school system that require training and the number of teachers in a local school system that have already received training; and

(A) The number of teachers in a local school system that require training and the number of teachers in a local school system that have already received training; and

(B) The willingness of local school systems to make available their teachers who have received training in computer science courses and content to provide computer science instruction in another local school system or systems.

(B) The willingness of local school systems to make available their teachers who have received training in computer science courses and content to provide computer science instruction in another local school system or systems.

(4) The Department of Education shall submit a report on December 1 of each year to the Governor, the Lieutenant Governor, the Speaker of the House of Representatives, the chairperson of the Senate Education and Youth Committee, and the chairperson of the House Committee on Education. Such report shall include the number of teachers trained, the number of schools offering training, the number of students served and the demographics of such students, and a list of the eligible entities that provided the training.

(4) The Department of Education shall submit a report on December 1 of each year to the Governor, the Lieutenant Governor, the Speaker of the House of Representatives, the chairperson of the Senate Education and Youth Committee, and the chairperson of the House Committee on Education. Such report shall include the number of teachers trained, the number of schools offering training, the number of students served and the demographics of such students, and a list of the eligible entities that provided the training.
O.C.G.A. § 20-3-264 — GA Code / Title 20 / Chapter 3 / Section 20-3-264
Georgia Code Title 20. Education § 20-3-264
Status: in_force

(a) Functions and composition . The corporation shall be governed and all of its corporate powers, duties, and functions shall be exercised by a board of directors. The board of directors shall be composed of the same persons who are serving as members of the board of commissioners of the commission pursuant to Code Section 20-3-234 . The executive director of the corporation, or president, if designated by such title by the board of directors, shall be an ex officio member of the board of directors. The board of directors provided for by this subsection shall be the successor to and a continuation of, without interruption, the board of directors of the previously existing Georgia Higher Education Assistance Corporation. No director shall be eligible to become an officer or employee of the corporation for a period of one year after expiration of the director's period of service as a director of the corporation.

(a) Functions and composition . The corporation shall be governed and all of its corporate powers, duties, and functions shall be exercised by a board of directors. The board of directors shall be composed of the same persons who are serving as members of the board of commissioners of the commission pursuant to Code Section 20-3-234 . The executive director of the corporation, or president, if designated by such title by the board of directors, shall be an ex officio member of the board of directors. The board of directors provided for by this subsection shall be the successor to and a continuation of, without interruption, the board of directors of the previously existing Georgia Higher Education Assistance Corporation. No director shall be eligible to become an officer or employee of the corporation for a period of one year after expiration of the director's period of service as a director of the corporation.

(b) Organization and conduct of affairs . Subsections (c) through (h) of Code Section 20-3-234 , pertaining to the commission and relative to officers of the board of commissioners, meetings of the board of commissioners executive committee, other committees, compensation of commissioners, and advisory councils, inclusively, are incorporated by reference into this subsection and shall apply to the board of directors in the same manner as if fully set out, with conformable language, in this subsection. The board of directors shall organize and conduct its affairs in accordance with such provisions of law; provided, however: (1) That nothing in this subsection shall be construed to mean that the board of directors must elect the same persons to serve as officers of the board of directors as are elected by the board of commissioners of the commission to serve as officers of the board of commissioners; (2) That no person serving as a public commissioner of the commission and thereby as a director of the corporation shall receive more than one day's per diem, plus actual expenses incurred, for one day's service or portion thereof rendered to the state; and (3) That the limitation as to the number of days during any fiscal year that a per diem may be paid to a public commissioner of the commission shall be inclusive of services rendered by such person as a director of the corporation.

(b) Organization and conduct of affairs . Subsections (c) through (h) of Code Section 20-3-234 , pertaining to the commission and relative to officers of the board of commissioners, meetings of the board of commissioners executive committee, other committees, compensation of commissioners, and advisory councils, inclusively, are incorporated by reference into this subsection and shall apply to the board of directors in the same manner as if fully set out, with conformable language, in this subsection. The board of directors shall organize and conduct its affairs in accordance with such provisions of law; provided, however:

(1) That nothing in this subsection shall be construed to mean that the board of directors must elect the same persons to serve as officers of the board of directors as are elected by the board of commissioners of the commission to serve as officers of the board of commissioners;

(1) That nothing in this subsection shall be construed to mean that the board of directors must elect the same persons to serve as officers of the board of directors as are elected by the board of commissioners of the commission to serve as officers of the board of commissioners;

(2) That no person serving as a public commissioner of the commission and thereby as a director of the corporation shall receive more than one day's per diem, plus actual expenses incurred, for one day's service or portion thereof rendered to the state; and

(2) That no person serving as a public commissioner of the commission and thereby as a director of the corporation shall receive more than one day's per diem, plus actual expenses incurred, for one day's service or portion thereof rendered to the state; and

(3) That the limitation as to the number of days during any fiscal year that a per diem may be paid to a public commissioner of the commission shall be inclusive of services rendered by such person as a director of the corporation.

(3) That the limitation as to the number of days during any fiscal year that a per diem may be paid to a public commissioner of the commission shall be inclusive of services rendered by such person as a director of the corporation.
O.C.G.A. § 20-3-518-2 — GA Code / Title 20 / Chapter 3 / Section 20-3-518-2
Georgia Code Title 20. Education § 20-3-518.2
Status: in_force

(a) There shall be a State Veterinary Education Board which shall consist of: (1) The Commissioner of Agriculture or his or her designee; (2) The dean of the College of Veterinary Medicine of the University of Georgia or his or her designee; (3) The dean of the College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences of the University of Georgia or his or her designee; (4) A person actively engaged in the production of livestock in this state, to be appointed by the Governor, who shall serve for a term of four years and until his or her successor is qualified and appointed. The term of the initial member appointed under this paragraph shall commence on July 1, 2011; and (5) A person actively engaged in the private practice of veterinary medicine in this state, whose practice includes but is not necessarily limited to food animals, to be appointed by the State Board of Veterinary Medicine, who shall serve for a term of four years and until his or her successor is qualified and appointed. The term of the initial member appointed under this paragraph shall commence on July 1, 2011.

(a) There shall be a State Veterinary Education Board which shall consist of:

(1) The Commissioner of Agriculture or his or her designee;

(1) The Commissioner of Agriculture or his or her designee;

(2) The dean of the College of Veterinary Medicine of the University of Georgia or his or her designee;

(2) The dean of the College of Veterinary Medicine of the University of Georgia or his or her designee;

(3) The dean of the College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences of the University of Georgia or his or her designee;

(3) The dean of the College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences of the University of Georgia or his or her designee;

(4) A person actively engaged in the production of livestock in this state, to be appointed by the Governor, who shall serve for a term of four years and until his or her successor is qualified and appointed. The term of the initial member appointed under this paragraph shall commence on July 1, 2011; and

(4) A person actively engaged in the production of livestock in this state, to be appointed by the Governor, who shall serve for a term of four years and until his or her successor is qualified and appointed. The term of the initial member appointed under this paragraph shall commence on July 1, 2011; and

(5) A person actively engaged in the private practice of veterinary medicine in this state, whose practice includes but is not necessarily limited to food animals, to be appointed by the State Board of Veterinary Medicine, who shall serve for a term of four years and until his or her successor is qualified and appointed. The term of the initial member appointed under this paragraph shall commence on July 1, 2011.

(5) A person actively engaged in the private practice of veterinary medicine in this state, whose practice includes but is not necessarily limited to food animals, to be appointed by the State Board of Veterinary Medicine, who shall serve for a term of four years and until his or her successor is qualified and appointed. The term of the initial member appointed under this paragraph shall commence on July 1, 2011.

(b) Any vacancies on the board shall be filled in the same manner as the original appointment.

(b) Any vacancies on the board shall be filled in the same manner as the original appointment.

(c) The board shall elect annually a chairperson and a vice chairperson to serve in the absence or inability of the chairperson. The board shall meet at least once each year at such time and place as may be fixed by the board. Special meetings shall be held upon the call of the chairperson. Three members of the board shall constitute a quorum for the transaction of business. No official action shall be taken by the board except upon the affirmative vote of at least three members of the board.

(c) The board shall elect annually a chairperson and a vice chairperson to serve in the absence or inability of the chairperson. The board shall meet at least once each year at such time and place as may be fixed by the board. Special meetings shall be held upon the call of the chairperson. Three members of the board shall constitute a quorum for the transaction of business. No official action shall be taken by the board except upon the affirmative vote of at least three members of the board.

(d) The board shall be attached to the Department of Agriculture for administrative purposes only, pursuant to Code Section 50-4-3 .

(d) The board shall be attached to the Department of Agriculture for administrative purposes only, pursuant to Code Section 50-4-3 .
O.C.G.A. § 20-2-2117 — GA Code / Title 20 / Chapter 2 / Section 20-2-2117
Georgia Code Title 20. Education § 20-2-2117
Status: in_force

(a) The board shall adopt rules to administer the program regarding eligibility and participation of participating schools, including, but not limited to, timelines that will maximize student and public and private school participation, the calculation and distribution of scholarships to eligible students and participating schools, and the application and approval procedures for eligible students and participating schools. The department shall develop and utilize a compliance form for completion by participating schools. The department shall be authorized to require any pertinent information as it deems necessary from participating schools for the purpose of implementing the program. Participating schools shall be required to complete such forms and certify their accuracy.

(a) The board shall adopt rules to administer the program regarding eligibility and participation of participating schools, including, but not limited to, timelines that will maximize student and public and private school participation, the calculation and distribution of scholarships to eligible students and participating schools, and the application and approval procedures for eligible students and participating schools. The department shall develop and utilize a compliance form for completion by participating schools. The department shall be authorized to require any pertinent information as it deems necessary from participating schools for the purpose of implementing the program. Participating schools shall be required to complete such forms and certify their accuracy.

(b) The board shall adopt rules to administer the program regarding student eligibility, transparency, and awareness of the impact of the program, including, but not limited to, the following: (1) The department shall conduct an annual survey of participating parents' satisfaction with the program, their satisfaction with the private school, and their likelihood of recommending the program. Survey results shall be collected using only numerical measures and made publicly available in the annual report provided for in Code Section 20-2-2118 ; and (2) The department shall post on its publicly accessible website the basic unit cost for general instructional programs as a minimum estimate for scholarship amounts. The department shall provide parents of scholarship students the actual scholarship amounts upon appropriation of state funds to the department for disbursement. Within 30 calendar days of receipt of the actual scholarship amount, a parent of a scholarship student who believes that such student's program weights have been incorrectly reported by the local school system may make a request in writing to the department for a review of the accuracy of the local school system's reported program weights. The department shall provide a written response within 30 days of receipt of the parent's written request.

(b) The board shall adopt rules to administer the program regarding student eligibility, transparency, and awareness of the impact of the program, including, but not limited to, the following:

(1) The department shall conduct an annual survey of participating parents' satisfaction with the program, their satisfaction with the private school, and their likelihood of recommending the program. Survey results shall be collected using only numerical measures and made publicly available in the annual report provided for in Code Section 20-2-2118 ; and

(1) The department shall conduct an annual survey of participating parents' satisfaction with the program, their satisfaction with the private school, and their likelihood of recommending the program. Survey results shall be collected using only numerical measures and made publicly available in the annual report provided for in Code Section 20-2-2118 ; and

(2) The department shall post on its publicly accessible website the basic unit cost for general instructional programs as a minimum estimate for scholarship amounts. The department shall provide parents of scholarship students the actual scholarship amounts upon appropriation of state funds to the department for disbursement. Within 30 calendar days of receipt of the actual scholarship amount, a parent of a scholarship student who believes that such student's program weights have been incorrectly reported by the local school system may make a request in writing to the department for a review of the accuracy of the local school system's reported program weights. The department shall provide a written response within 30 days of receipt of the parent's written request.

(2) The department shall post on its publicly accessible website the basic unit cost for general instructional programs as a minimum estimate for scholarship amounts. The department shall provide parents of scholarship students the actual scholarship amounts upon appropriation of state funds to the department for disbursement. Within 30 calendar days of receipt of the actual scholarship amount, a parent of a scholarship student who believes that such student's program weights have been incorrectly reported by the local school system may make a request in writing to the department for a review of the accuracy of the local school system's reported program weights. The department shall provide a written response within 30 days of receipt of the parent's written request.

(c) No liability shall arise on the part of the department or the state or of any local board of education based on the award or use of a scholarship awarded pursuant to this article.

(c) No liability shall arise on the part of the department or the state or of any local board of education based on the award or use of a scholarship awarded pursuant to this article.

(d) The department may bar a school from participation in the program if the department determines that the school has intentionally and substantially misrepresented information or failed to refund to the state any scholarship overpayments in a timely manner.

(d) The department may bar a school from participation in the program if the department determines that the school has intentionally and substantially misrepresented information or failed to refund to the state any scholarship overpayments in a timely manner.
O.C.G.A. § 20-2-324-4 — GA Code / Title 20 / Chapter 2 / Section 20-2-324-4
Georgia Code Title 20. Education § 20-2-324.4
Status: in_force

(a) Each public school, including local charter schools and state charter schools, shall post in a clearly visible location in a public area of the school that is readily accessible to students a sign in English and other such languages as may be determined by the local board of education that contains the toll-free telephone number operated by the Division of Family and Children Services of the Department of Human Services to receive reports of child abuse or neglect 24 hours per day and seven days per week.

(a) Each public school, including local charter schools and state charter schools, shall post in a clearly visible location in a public area of the school that is readily accessible to students a sign in English and other such languages as may be determined by the local board of education that contains the toll-free telephone number operated by the Division of Family and Children Services of the Department of Human Services to receive reports of child abuse or neglect 24 hours per day and seven days per week.

(b) The State Board of Education may adopt rules and regulations relating to the size and location of the sign required by subsection (a) of this Code section.

(b) The State Board of Education may adopt rules and regulations relating to the size and location of the sign required by subsection (a) of this Code section.

(c) No person shall have a cause of action for any loss or damage caused by any act or omission resulting from posting, or the lack of posting, a sign pursuant to this Code section.

(c) No person shall have a cause of action for any loss or damage caused by any act or omission resulting from posting, or the lack of posting, a sign pursuant to this Code section.
O.C.G.A. § 20-2-183 — GA Code / Title 20 / Chapter 2 / Section 20-2-183
Georgia Code Title 20. Education § 20-2-183
Status: in_force

All program weights, when multiplied by the base amount, shall reflect sufficient funds to provide for the maintenance and operation of facilities essential for housing instructional programs and essential supportive educational services, subject to appropriation by the General Assembly.
O.C.G.A. § 20-3-443 — GA Code / Title 20 / Chapter 3 / Section 20-3-443
Georgia Code Title 20. Education § 20-3-443
Status: in_force

Each eligible student wishing to receive the grant provided for in this subpart shall submit to the University of North Georgia an application for the grant payment at the time and in accordance with procedures prescribed by the authority. The authority is authorized to define such terms and prescribe such rules, regulations, and procedures as may be reasonable and necessary to carry out the purposes of this subpart. The authority shall not approve payment of any grant until it has received from an appropriate officer of the University of North Georgia a certification that the student applying for the grant is an eligible student. Upon timely receipt of such certification, in proper form, the authority is authorized to pay the grant to the University of North Georgia on behalf of and to the credit of the student. In the event a student on whose behalf a grant is paid does not enroll as a full-time student for the school term for which the grant is paid, the University of North Georgia shall make a refund to the authority in accordance with regulations of the authority.
O.C.G.A. § 20-3-341 — GA Code / Title 20 / Chapter 3 / Section 20-3-341
Georgia Code Title 20. Education § 20-3-341
Status: in_force

As used in this subpart, the term:

(1) “School” means a “school” as such term is defined in paragraph (18) of Code Section 20-3-262 .

(1) “School” means a “school” as such term is defined in paragraph (18) of Code Section 20-3-262 .

(2) “Student” or “eligible student” means a “student” or “eligible student” as such term is defined in paragraph (21) of Code Section 20-3-262 and regulations of the authority.

(2) “Student” or “eligible student” means a “student” or “eligible student” as such term is defined in paragraph (21) of Code Section 20-3-262 and regulations of the authority.
O.C.G.A. § 20-3-285 — GA Code / Title 20 / Chapter 3 / Section 20-3-285
Georgia Code Title 20. Education § 20-3-285
Status: in_force

One-half of the outstanding principal amount of loans guaranteed by the corporation and owned by a lender as of January 1 each year shall be deductible from the assets of the lender when determining the value of shares of the lender, or when determining the net worth of the lender, for purposes of any ad valorem taxation imposed on the lender by the state or by any political subdivision of the state. All income earned by a lender on loans guaranteed by the corporation shall be exempt and free from any type of income tax imposed on the lender by the state or by any political subdivision of the state. It shall be the duty of all revenue and tax officials of the state and of political subdivisions of the state to enforce and give full force and effect to this Code section and to the intent, hereby expressed, of the General Assembly better to assure through this means the accessibility of educational loan funds to local citizens and persons from local lending institutions.
O.C.G.A. § 20-14-27 — GA Code / Title 20 / Chapter 14 / Section 20-14-27
Georgia Code Title 20. Education § 20-14-27
Status: in_force

(a) The office shall submit the following reports to the alliance: (1) An annual report regarding pre-kindergarten education shall be submitted no later than December 1 of each year, commencing December 1, 2002. The pre-kindergarten report shall be an evaluation of the progress made on performance indicators identified and defined by the office and approved by the alliance for all pre-kindergarten and child care programs under the administrative control of the Department of Early Care and Learning. The pre-kindergarten report shall include information concerning results of the state's investment in each pre-kindergarten program; (2) An annual report regarding elementary and secondary education shall be submitted no later than December 1 of each year, commencing December 1, 2001. The elementary and secondary education report shall be an evaluation of the progress made on performance indicators identified and defined by the office and approved by the alliance for all elementary and secondary education programs administered by the Department of Education. The elementary and secondary education report shall include information concerning results of the state's investment in each public school and each public school system; (3) An annual report regarding postsecondary education shall be submitted no later than December 1 of each year, commencing December 1, 2002. The postsecondary education report shall be an evaluation of the progress made on performance indicators identified and defined by the office and approved by the alliance for all universities, colleges, institutes, and schools in the University System of Georgia and under the governance of the Technical College System of Georgia. The postsecondary education report shall include information concerning results of the state's investment in each university, college, institute, and school; and (4) An annual report regarding the Georgia education work force shall be submitted no later than December 1 of each year, commencing December 1, 2002. The Georgia education work force report shall be an evaluation of the progress made on performance indicators identified and defined by the office and approved by the alliance for the education work force status under the administrative control of the Professional Standards Commission. The Georgia education work force report shall contain information on the results of the state's investments in teacher preparation, educators' professional development, education leadership development, in-field teaching, geographic teacher shortages, alternative routes to teacher certification, and other general information and indicators on the quality of the education work force.

(a) The office shall submit the following reports to the alliance:

(1) An annual report regarding pre-kindergarten education shall be submitted no later than December 1 of each year, commencing December 1, 2002. The pre-kindergarten report shall be an evaluation of the progress made on performance indicators identified and defined by the office and approved by the alliance for all pre-kindergarten and child care programs under the administrative control of the Department of Early Care and Learning. The pre-kindergarten report shall include information concerning results of the state's investment in each pre-kindergarten program;

(1) An annual report regarding pre-kindergarten education shall be submitted no later than December 1 of each year, commencing December 1, 2002. The pre-kindergarten report shall be an evaluation of the progress made on performance indicators identified and defined by the office and approved by the alliance for all pre-kindergarten and child care programs under the administrative control of the Department of Early Care and Learning. The pre-kindergarten report shall include information concerning results of the state's investment in each pre-kindergarten program;

(2) An annual report regarding elementary and secondary education shall be submitted no later than December 1 of each year, commencing December 1, 2001. The elementary and secondary education report shall be an evaluation of the progress made on performance indicators identified and defined by the office and approved by the alliance for all elementary and secondary education programs administered by the Department of Education. The elementary and secondary education report shall include information concerning results of the state's investment in each public school and each public school system;

(2) An annual report regarding elementary and secondary education shall be submitted no later than December 1 of each year, commencing December 1, 2001. The elementary and secondary education report shall be an evaluation of the progress made on performance indicators identified and defined by the office and approved by the alliance for all elementary and secondary education programs administered by the Department of Education. The elementary and secondary education report shall include information concerning results of the state's investment in each public school and each public school system;

(3) An annual report regarding postsecondary education shall be submitted no later than December 1 of each year, commencing December 1, 2002. The postsecondary education report shall be an evaluation of the progress made on performance indicators identified and defined by the office and approved by the alliance for all universities, colleges, institutes, and schools in the University System of Georgia and under the governance of the Technical College System of Georgia. The postsecondary education report shall include information concerning results of the state's investment in each university, college, institute, and school; and

(3) An annual report regarding postsecondary education shall be submitted no later than December 1 of each year, commencing December 1, 2002. The postsecondary education report shall be an evaluation of the progress made on performance indicators identified and defined by the office and approved by the alliance for all universities, colleges, institutes, and schools in the University System of Georgia and under the governance of the Technical College System of Georgia. The postsecondary education report shall include information concerning results of the state's investment in each university, college, institute, and school; and

(4) An annual report regarding the Georgia education work force shall be submitted no later than December 1 of each year, commencing December 1, 2002. The Georgia education work force report shall be an evaluation of the progress made on performance indicators identified and defined by the office and approved by the alliance for the education work force status under the administrative control of the Professional Standards Commission. The Georgia education work force report shall contain information on the results of the state's investments in teacher preparation, educators' professional development, education leadership development, in-field teaching, geographic teacher shortages, alternative routes to teacher certification, and other general information and indicators on the quality of the education work force.

(4) An annual report regarding the Georgia education work force shall be submitted no later than December 1 of each year, commencing December 1, 2002. The Georgia education work force report shall be an evaluation of the progress made on performance indicators identified and defined by the office and approved by the alliance for the education work force status under the administrative control of the Professional Standards Commission. The Georgia education work force report shall contain information on the results of the state's investments in teacher preparation, educators' professional development, education leadership development, in-field teaching, geographic teacher shortages, alternative routes to teacher certification, and other general information and indicators on the quality of the education work force.

(b) Each report provided for in this Code section shall be published in a format that can be easily understood by parents and other members of the community who are not professional educators. Such reports shall be distributed to the Governor, Lieutenant Governor, the Speaker of the House of Representatives, the chairpersons of the Higher Education committees of the Senate and House of Representatives, the House Education Committee, and the Senate Education and Youth Committee, members of the state education governing boards or commissions, and members of the alliance. The office shall not be required to distribute copies of such reports to the members of the General Assembly but shall notify such members of the availability of the reports in the manner which it deems to be most effective and efficient. In addition, such reports shall be posted on the website of the office.

(b) Each report provided for in this Code section shall be published in a format that can be easily understood by parents and other members of the community who are not professional educators. Such reports shall be distributed to the Governor, Lieutenant Governor, the Speaker of the House of Representatives, the chairpersons of the Higher Education committees of the Senate and House of Representatives, the House Education Committee, and the Senate Education and Youth Committee, members of the state education governing boards or commissions, and members of the alliance. The office shall not be required to distribute copies of such reports to the members of the General Assembly but shall notify such members of the availability of the reports in the manner which it deems to be most effective and efficient. In addition, such reports shall be posted on the website of the office.
O.C.G.A. § 20-2-316 — GA Code / Title 20 / Chapter 2 / Section 20-2-316
Georgia Code Title 20. Education § 20-2-316
Status: in_force

(a) As used in this Code section, the term “athletic association” means any association of schools or any other similar organization which acts as an organizing, sanctioning, scheduling, or rule-making body for interscholastic athletic events in which public high schools in this state participate.

(a) As used in this Code section, the term “athletic association” means any association of schools or any other similar organization which acts as an organizing, sanctioning, scheduling, or rule-making body for interscholastic athletic events in which public high schools in this state participate.

(b) No high school which receives funding under this article shall participate in, sponsor, or provide coaching staff for interscholastic sports events which are conducted under the authority of, conducted under the rules of, or scheduled by any athletic association unless the charter, bylaws, or other governing documents of such athletic association comply with this Code section. In order to comply with this Code section, such charter, bylaws, or other governing documents shall provide that: (1) The athletic association shall comply with the requirements of subsections (a) through (f) of Code Section 20-2-315 , as those requirements relate to the athletic association's functions of organizing, sanctioning, scheduling, or rule making for events in which public high schools participate; (2) The athletic association shall comply with the requirements of Article 4 of Chapter 18 of Title 50, relating to the inspection of public records, and Chapter 14 of Title 50, relating to open and public meetings, to the extent that such records and meetings relate to the athletic association's activities with respect to public high schools; provided, however, that such athletic association shall not be required to comply with such statutes or to conduct open and public meetings or provide inspection of records where the sole subject of such meeting or record pertains to the academic records or performance of an individual student or the eligibility of an individual student to participate or to continue to participate in sponsored events or contests based on academics; provided, further, however, that where a meeting or record of such association is devoted in part to matters excepted in the preceding proviso, any portion of the meeting or record not subject to such exception shall be open to the public; and (3) The athletic association shall, no later than October 1, 2003, and every year thereafter, submit a report to the General Assembly regarding its compliance with paragraph (1) of this subsection. Such report shall address the number, type, and disposition of written requests for the association to organize and administer regional or state events for additional or different sports; written requests for information regarding the types of athletic events for public high school students that the association organizes and administers; and written inquiries and complaints received by the association with respect to gender discrimination in connection with public high school events. The report shall address all such written requests, inquiries, and complaints, regardless of whether such request, inquiry, or complaint is made by letter, e-mail, memorandum, or any other form of written communication. Each report shall cover the time period beginning on July 1 of the previous year and ending on June 30 of the year in which the report is due. The initial report due on October 1, 2003, shall cover the time periods of July 1, 2000, through June 30, 2001; July 1, 2001, through June 30, 2002; and July 1, 2002, through June 30, 2003. In addition, the athletic association shall have in effect a policy requiring notification to persons who make such requests, inquiries, or complaints verbally that such request, inquiry, or complaint will not be included in the association's reporting to the General Assembly regarding compliance with this Code section unless such request, inquiry, or complaint is made in writing.

(b) No high school which receives funding under this article shall participate in, sponsor, or provide coaching staff for interscholastic sports events which are conducted under the authority of, conducted under the rules of, or scheduled by any athletic association unless the charter, bylaws, or other governing documents of such athletic association comply with this Code section. In order to comply with this Code section, such charter, bylaws, or other governing documents shall provide that:

(1) The athletic association shall comply with the requirements of subsections (a) through (f) of Code Section 20-2-315 , as those requirements relate to the athletic association's functions of organizing, sanctioning, scheduling, or rule making for events in which public high schools participate;

(1) The athletic association shall comply with the requirements of subsections (a) through (f) of Code Section 20-2-315 , as those requirements relate to the athletic association's functions of organizing, sanctioning, scheduling, or rule making for events in which public high schools participate;

(2) The athletic association shall comply with the requirements of Article 4 of Chapter 18 of Title 50, relating to the inspection of public records, and Chapter 14 of Title 50, relating to open and public meetings, to the extent that such records and meetings relate to the athletic association's activities with respect to public high schools; provided, however, that such athletic association shall not be required to comply with such statutes or to conduct open and public meetings or provide inspection of records where the sole subject of such meeting or record pertains to the academic records or performance of an individual student or the eligibility of an individual student to participate or to continue to participate in sponsored events or contests based on academics; provided, further, however, that where a meeting or record of such association is devoted in part to matters excepted in the preceding proviso, any portion of the meeting or record not subject to such exception shall be open to the public; and

(2) The athletic association shall comply with the requirements of Article 4 of Chapter 18 of Title 50, relating to the inspection of public records, and Chapter 14 of Title 50, relating to open and public meetings, to the extent that such records and meetings relate to the athletic association's activities with respect to public high schools; provided, however, that such athletic association shall not be required to comply with such statutes or to conduct open and public meetings or provide inspection of records where the sole subject of such meeting or record pertains to the academic records or performance of an individual student or the eligibility of an individual student to participate or to continue to participate in sponsored events or contests based on academics; provided, further, however, that where a meeting or record of such association is devoted in part to matters excepted in the preceding proviso, any portion of the meeting or record not subject to such exception shall be open to the public; and

(3) The athletic association shall, no later than October 1, 2003, and every year thereafter, submit a report to the General Assembly regarding its compliance with paragraph (1) of this subsection. Such report shall address the number, type, and disposition of written requests for the association to organize and administer regional or state events for additional or different sports; written requests for information regarding the types of athletic events for public high school students that the association organizes and administers; and written inquiries and complaints received by the association with respect to gender discrimination in connection with public high school events. The report shall address all such written requests, inquiries, and complaints, regardless of whether such request, inquiry, or complaint is made by letter, e-mail, memorandum, or any other form of written communication. Each report shall cover the time period beginning on July 1 of the previous year and ending on June 30 of the year in which the report is due. The initial report due on October 1, 2003, shall cover the time periods of July 1, 2000, through June 30, 2001; July 1, 2001, through June 30, 2002; and July 1, 2002, through June 30, 2003. In addition, the athletic association shall have in effect a policy requiring notification to persons who make such requests, inquiries, or complaints verbally that such request, inquiry, or complaint will not be included in the association's reporting to the General Assembly regarding compliance with this Code section unless such request, inquiry, or complaint is made in writing.

(3) The athletic association shall, no later than October 1, 2003, and every year thereafter, submit a report to the General Assembly regarding its compliance with paragraph (1) of this subsection. Such report shall address the number, type, and disposition of written requests for the association to organize and administer regional or state events for additional or different sports; written requests for information regarding the types of athletic events for public high school students that the association organizes and administers; and written inquiries and complaints received by the association with respect to gender discrimination in connection with public high school events. The report shall address all such written requests, inquiries, and complaints, regardless of whether such request, inquiry, or complaint is made by letter, e-mail, memorandum, or any other form of written communication. Each report shall cover the time period beginning on July 1 of the previous year and ending on June 30 of the year in which the report is due. The initial report due on October 1, 2003, shall cover the time periods of July 1, 2000, through June 30, 2001; July 1, 2001, through June 30, 2002; and July 1, 2002, through June 30, 2003. In addition, the athletic association shall have in effect a policy requiring notification to persons who make such requests, inquiries, or complaints verbally that such request, inquiry, or complaint will not be included in the association's reporting to the General Assembly regarding compliance with this Code section unless such request, inquiry, or complaint is made in writing.

(c)(1) No high school which receives funding under this article shall participate in, sponsor, or provide coaching staff for interscholastic sports events which are conducted under the authority of, conducted under the rules of, or scheduled by any athletic association unless the athletic association complies with the provisions of this subsection by having a charter, bylaws, and other governing documents which provide for governance and operational oversight by an executive oversight committee as follows: (A) The executive oversight committee shall comprise ten members as follows: (i) One member to be appointed by the Governor; (ii) One member to be appointed by the Lieutenant Governor; (iii) One member to be appointed by Speaker of the House of Representatives; (iv) Two members to be appointed by the Georgia School Superintendents Association, with one such member representing approximately one-half of the athletic association's participating schools with classifications by the athletic association based on lower student enrollment figures and the other such member representing approximately one-half of the athletic association's participating schools with classifications by the athletic association based on higher student enrollment figures; (v) One member to be appointed by the Georgia School Boards Association; (vi) One member to be appointed by a state-wide association of high school athletic coaches with a current membership of not less than 300 Georgia residents and which is recognized by a majority of the executive oversight committee; (vii) One member to be appointed by a state-wide association of high school athletic officials, referees, and umpires with a current membership of not less than 300 Georgia residents and which is recognized by a majority of the executive oversight committee; and (viii) Two members to be appointed by the governing body of the athletic association, with one such member representing approximately one-half of the athletic association's participating schools with classifications by the athletic association based on lower student enrollment figures and the other such member representing approximately one-half of the athletic association's participating schools with classifications by the athletic association based on higher student enrollment figures; (B) A quorum of the executive oversight committee shall consist of 6 members; (C) The executive oversight committee shall elect a chairperson and vice chairperson from among its members; (D) Members of the executive oversight committee shall serve terms of three years and are eligible to succeed themselves only once. The athletic association's bylaws shall establish a rotation of terms to ensure that a majority of the members' terms do not expire concurrently. The athletic association's bylaws shall provide for successors to such members who vacate office for any reason; (E) The authority and duties of the executive oversight committee shall include: (i) To meet in person or remotely not less than twice each school year; (ii) To meet in person or remotely upon the call of the chairperson or a majority of the executive oversight committee; (iii) To establish policies and procedures for the executive oversight committee; (iv) To conduct any independent audit, review, or investigation the executive oversight committee deems necessary, including, but not limited to, the audit, review, or investigation of the classifications of participating schools and travel-related issues of participating schools; (v) If the athletic association determines that it is necessary and appropriate to prohibit students whose gender is male from participating in athletic events that are designated for students whose gender is female, then the athletic association may adopt a policy to that effect; provided, however, that such policy shall be applied to all of the athletic association's participating public high schools; and (vi) To conduct an annual evaluation of the athletic association as a whole and present a report of its findings, recommendations, and conclusions to the General Assembly's High School Athletics Overview Committee; and (F) Travel and other expenses actually incurred by the executive oversight committee, or any member thereof in the performance of his or her duties, shall be reimbursed by the athletic association. (2) Any high school that participates in, sponsors, or provides coaching staff for interscholastic sports events which are conducted under the authority of, conducted under the rules of, or scheduled by any athletic association that does not comply with the provisions of this Code section shall forfeit its allotted funding provided for under this article.

(c)(1) No high school which receives funding under this article shall participate in, sponsor, or provide coaching staff for interscholastic sports events which are conducted under the authority of, conducted under the rules of, or scheduled by any athletic association unless the athletic association complies with the provisions of this subsection by having a charter, bylaws, and other governing documents which provide for governance and operational oversight by an executive oversight committee as follows: (A) The executive oversight committee shall comprise ten members as follows: (i) One member to be appointed by the Governor; (ii) One member to be appointed by the Lieutenant Governor; (iii) One member to be appointed by Speaker of the House of Representatives; (iv) Two members to be appointed by the Georgia School Superintendents Association, with one such member representing approximately one-half of the athletic association's participating schools with classifications by the athletic association based on lower student enrollment figures and the other such member representing approximately one-half of the athletic association's participating schools with classifications by the athletic association based on higher student enrollment figures; (v) One member to be appointed by the Georgia School Boards Association; (vi) One member to be appointed by a state-wide association of high school athletic coaches with a current membership of not less than 300 Georgia residents and which is recognized by a majority of the executive oversight committee; (vii) One member to be appointed by a state-wide association of high school athletic officials, referees, and umpires with a current membership of not less than 300 Georgia residents and which is recognized by a majority of the executive oversight committee; and (viii) Two members to be appointed by the governing body of the athletic association, with one such member representing approximately one-half of the athletic association's participating schools with classifications by the athletic association based on lower student enrollment figures and the other such member representing approximately one-half of the athletic association's participating schools with classifications by the athletic association based on higher student enrollment figures; (B) A quorum of the executive oversight committee shall consist of 6 members; (C) The executive oversight committee shall elect a chairperson and vice chairperson from among its members; (D) Members of the executive oversight committee shall serve terms of three years and are eligible to succeed themselves only once. The athletic association's bylaws shall establish a rotation of terms to ensure that a majority of the members' terms do not expire concurrently. The athletic association's bylaws shall provide for successors to such members who vacate office for any reason; (E) The authority and duties of the executive oversight committee shall include: (i) To meet in person or remotely not less than twice each school year; (ii) To meet in person or remotely upon the call of the chairperson or a majority of the executive oversight committee; (iii) To establish policies and procedures for the executive oversight committee; (iv) To conduct any independent audit, review, or investigation the executive oversight committee deems necessary, including, but not limited to, the audit, review, or investigation of the classifications of participating schools and travel-related issues of participating schools; (v) If the athletic association determines that it is necessary and appropriate to prohibit students whose gender is male from participating in athletic events that are designated for students whose gender is female, then the athletic association may adopt a policy to that effect; provided, however, that such policy shall be applied to all of the athletic association's participating public high schools; and (vi) To conduct an annual evaluation of the athletic association as a whole and present a report of its findings, recommendations, and conclusions to the General Assembly's High School Athletics Overview Committee; and (F) Travel and other expenses actually incurred by the executive oversight committee, or any member thereof in the performance of his or her duties, shall be reimbursed by the athletic association.

(c)(1) No high school which receives funding under this article shall participate in, sponsor, or provide coaching staff for interscholastic sports events which are conducted under the authority of, conducted under the rules of, or scheduled by any athletic association unless the athletic association complies with the provisions of this subsection by having a charter, bylaws, and other governing documents which provide for governance and operational oversight by an executive oversight committee as follows:

(A) The executive oversight committee shall comprise ten members as follows: (i) One member to be appointed by the Governor; (ii) One member to be appointed by the Lieutenant Governor; (iii) One member to be appointed by Speaker of the House of Representatives; (iv) Two members to be appointed by the Georgia School Superintendents Association, with one such member representing approximately one-half of the athletic association's participating schools with classifications by the athletic association based on lower student enrollment figures and the other such member representing approximately one-half of the athletic association's participating schools with classifications by the athletic association based on higher student enrollment figures; (v) One member to be appointed by the Georgia School Boards Association; (vi) One member to be appointed by a state-wide association of high school athletic coaches with a current membership of not less than 300 Georgia residents and which is recognized by a majority of the executive oversight committee; (vii) One member to be appointed by a state-wide association of high school athletic officials, referees, and umpires with a current membership of not less than 300 Georgia residents and which is recognized by a majority of the executive oversight committee; and (viii) Two members to be appointed by the governing body of the athletic association, with one such member representing approximately one-half of the athletic association's participating schools with classifications by the athletic association based on lower student enrollment figures and the other such member representing approximately one-half of the athletic association's participating schools with classifications by the athletic association based on higher student enrollment figures;

(A) The executive oversight committee shall comprise ten members as follows:

(i) One member to be appointed by the Governor;

(i) One member to be appointed by the Governor;

(ii) One member to be appointed by the Lieutenant Governor;

(ii) One member to be appointed by the Lieutenant Governor;

(iii) One member to be appointed by Speaker of the House of Representatives;

(iii) One member to be appointed by Speaker of the House of Representatives;

(iv) Two members to be appointed by the Georgia School Superintendents Association, with one such member representing approximately one-half of the athletic association's participating schools with classifications by the athletic association based on lower student enrollment figures and the other such member representing approximately one-half of the athletic association's participating schools with classifications by the athletic association based on higher student enrollment figures;

(iv) Two members to be appointed by the Georgia School Superintendents Association, with one such member representing approximately one-half of the athletic association's participating schools with classifications by the athletic association based on lower student enrollment figures and the other such member representing approximately one-half of the athletic association's participating schools with classifications by the athletic association based on higher student enrollment figures;

(v) One member to be appointed by the Georgia School Boards Association;

(v) One member to be appointed by the Georgia School Boards Association;

(vi) One member to be appointed by a state-wide association of high school athletic coaches with a current membership of not less than 300 Georgia residents and which is recognized by a majority of the executive oversight committee;

(vi) One member to be appointed by a state-wide association of high school athletic coaches with a current membership of not less than 300 Georgia residents and which is recognized by a majority of the executive oversight committee;

(vii) One member to be appointed by a state-wide association of high school athletic officials, referees, and umpires with a current membership of not less than 300 Georgia residents and which is recognized by a majority of the executive oversight committee; and

(vii) One member to be appointed by a state-wide association of high school athletic officials, referees, and umpires with a current membership of not less than 300 Georgia residents and which is recognized by a majority of the executive oversight committee; and

(viii) Two members to be appointed by the governing body of the athletic association, with one such member representing approximately one-half of the athletic association's participating schools with classifications by the athletic association based on lower student enrollment figures and the other such member representing approximately one-half of the athletic association's participating schools with classifications by the athletic association based on higher student enrollment figures;

(viii) Two members to be appointed by the governing body of the athletic association, with one such member representing approximately one-half of the athletic association's participating schools with classifications by the athletic association based on lower student enrollment figures and the other such member representing approximately one-half of the athletic association's participating schools with classifications by the athletic association based on higher student enrollment figures;

(B) A quorum of the executive oversight committee shall consist of 6 members;

(B) A quorum of the executive oversight committee shall consist of 6 members;

(C) The executive oversight committee shall elect a chairperson and vice chairperson from among its members;

(C) The executive oversight committee shall elect a chairperson and vice chairperson from among its members;

(D) Members of the executive oversight committee shall serve terms of three years and are eligible to succeed themselves only once. The athletic association's bylaws shall establish a rotation of terms to ensure that a majority of the members' terms do not expire concurrently. The athletic association's bylaws shall provide for successors to such members who vacate office for any reason;

(D) Members of the executive oversight committee shall serve terms of three years and are eligible to succeed themselves only once. The athletic association's bylaws shall establish a rotation of terms to ensure that a majority of the members' terms do not expire concurrently. The athletic association's bylaws shall provide for successors to such members who vacate office for any reason;

(E) The authority and duties of the executive oversight committee shall include: (i) To meet in person or remotely not less than twice each school year; (ii) To meet in person or remotely upon the call of the chairperson or a majority of the executive oversight committee; (iii) To establish policies and procedures for the executive oversight committee; (iv) To conduct any independent audit, review, or investigation the executive oversight committee deems necessary, including, but not limited to, the audit, review, or investigation of the classifications of participating schools and travel-related issues of participating schools; (v) If the athletic association determines that it is necessary and appropriate to prohibit students whose gender is male from participating in athletic events that are designated for students whose gender is female, then the athletic association may adopt a policy to that effect; provided, however, that such policy shall be applied to all of the athletic association's participating public high schools; and (vi) To conduct an annual evaluation of the athletic association as a whole and present a report of its findings, recommendations, and conclusions to the General Assembly's High School Athletics Overview Committee; and

(E) The authority and duties of the executive oversight committee shall include:

(i) To meet in person or remotely not less than twice each school year;

(i) To meet in person or remotely not less than twice each school year;

(ii) To meet in person or remotely upon the call of the chairperson or a majority of the executive oversight committee;

(ii) To meet in person or remotely upon the call of the chairperson or a majority of the executive oversight committee;

(iii) To establish policies and procedures for the executive oversight committee;

(iii) To establish policies and procedures for the executive oversight committee;

(iv) To conduct any independent audit, review, or investigation the executive oversight committee deems necessary, including, but not limited to, the audit, review, or investigation of the classifications of participating schools and travel-related issues of participating schools;

(iv) To conduct any independent audit, review, or investigation the executive oversight committee deems necessary, including, but not limited to, the audit, review, or investigation of the classifications of participating schools and travel-related issues of participating schools;

(v) If the athletic association determines that it is necessary and appropriate to prohibit students whose gender is male from participating in athletic events that are designated for students whose gender is female, then the athletic association may adopt a policy to that effect; provided, however, that such policy shall be applied to all of the athletic association's participating public high schools; and

(v) If the athletic association determines that it is necessary and appropriate to prohibit students whose gender is male from participating in athletic events that are designated for students whose gender is female, then the athletic association may adopt a policy to that effect; provided, however, that such policy shall be applied to all of the athletic association's participating public high schools; and

(vi) To conduct an annual evaluation of the athletic association as a whole and present a report of its findings, recommendations, and conclusions to the General Assembly's High School Athletics Overview Committee; and

(vi) To conduct an annual evaluation of the athletic association as a whole and present a report of its findings, recommendations, and conclusions to the General Assembly's High School Athletics Overview Committee; and

(F) Travel and other expenses actually incurred by the executive oversight committee, or any member thereof in the performance of his or her duties, shall be reimbursed by the athletic association.

(F) Travel and other expenses actually incurred by the executive oversight committee, or any member thereof in the performance of his or her duties, shall be reimbursed by the athletic association.

(2) Any high school that participates in, sponsors, or provides coaching staff for interscholastic sports events which are conducted under the authority of, conducted under the rules of, or scheduled by any athletic association that does not comply with the provisions of this Code section shall forfeit its allotted funding provided for under this article.

(2) Any high school that participates in, sponsors, or provides coaching staff for interscholastic sports events which are conducted under the authority of, conducted under the rules of, or scheduled by any athletic association that does not comply with the provisions of this Code section shall forfeit its allotted funding provided for under this article.
O.C.G.A. § 20-3-499-1 — GA Code / Title 20 / Chapter 3 / Section 20-3-499-1
Georgia Code Title 20. Education § 20-3-499.1
Status: in_force

(a) To maintain eligibility during middle school and high school, a REACH scholar shall: (1)(A) Maintain a cumulative grade point average of at least 2.5 or better as calculated by the REACH participating school system, if the REACH scholar is in middle school; or (B) Maintain a secondary cumulative grade point average of at least 2.5 as calculated by the authority in the same manner as the high school grade point average for initial HOPE scholarship eligibility; (2) Adhere to the REACH participating school system's stated attendance policy and attend classes regularly. A REACH scholar will be placed on probation for one semester after reaching five or more combined excused and unexcused absences in one semester. While on probation, the REACH scholar may be removed from the program if he or she has any additional unexcused absences or three or more excused absences; (3) Adhere to the REACH participating school system's stated disciplinary policy. A REACH scholar will be placed on probation for one semester if he or she receives more than one in-school suspension per semester or immediately upon an out-of-school suspension. While on probation, the REACH scholar may be removed from the program if he or she has an additional suspension; (4) Remain drug and alcohol-free. A REACH scholar convicted of committing a felony or misdemeanor involving marijuana, controlled substances, or dangerous drugs is immediately ineligible for further participation in the scholarship program. A REACH scholar who fails to comply with the REACH participating school system's drug and alcohol policies will be immediately ineligible for further participation in the scholarship program; (5) Meet with his or her assigned REACH mentor a minimum of eight times per semester; (6) Meet with his or her assigned REACH academic coach a minimum of four times per semester; (7) Attend REACH program activities; (8) Graduate from high school; and (9) Enroll in a University System of Georgia or Technical College System of Georgia institution or an eligible private postsecondary educational institution.

(a) To maintain eligibility during middle school and high school, a REACH scholar shall:

(1)(A) Maintain a cumulative grade point average of at least 2.5 or better as calculated by the REACH participating school system, if the REACH scholar is in middle school; or (B) Maintain a secondary cumulative grade point average of at least 2.5 as calculated by the authority in the same manner as the high school grade point average for initial HOPE scholarship eligibility;

(1)(A) Maintain a cumulative grade point average of at least 2.5 or better as calculated by the REACH participating school system, if the REACH scholar is in middle school; or

(1)(A) Maintain a cumulative grade point average of at least 2.5 or better as calculated by the REACH participating school system, if the REACH scholar is in middle school; or

(B) Maintain a secondary cumulative grade point average of at least 2.5 as calculated by the authority in the same manner as the high school grade point average for initial HOPE scholarship eligibility;

(B) Maintain a secondary cumulative grade point average of at least 2.5 as calculated by the authority in the same manner as the high school grade point average for initial HOPE scholarship eligibility;

(2) Adhere to the REACH participating school system's stated attendance policy and attend classes regularly. A REACH scholar will be placed on probation for one semester after reaching five or more combined excused and unexcused absences in one semester. While on probation, the REACH scholar may be removed from the program if he or she has any additional unexcused absences or three or more excused absences;

(2) Adhere to the REACH participating school system's stated attendance policy and attend classes regularly. A REACH scholar will be placed on probation for one semester after reaching five or more combined excused and unexcused absences in one semester. While on probation, the REACH scholar may be removed from the program if he or she has any additional unexcused absences or three or more excused absences;

(3) Adhere to the REACH participating school system's stated disciplinary policy. A REACH scholar will be placed on probation for one semester if he or she receives more than one in-school suspension per semester or immediately upon an out-of-school suspension. While on probation, the REACH scholar may be removed from the program if he or she has an additional suspension;

(3) Adhere to the REACH participating school system's stated disciplinary policy. A REACH scholar will be placed on probation for one semester if he or she receives more than one in-school suspension per semester or immediately upon an out-of-school suspension. While on probation, the REACH scholar may be removed from the program if he or she has an additional suspension;

(4) Remain drug and alcohol-free. A REACH scholar convicted of committing a felony or misdemeanor involving marijuana, controlled substances, or dangerous drugs is immediately ineligible for further participation in the scholarship program. A REACH scholar who fails to comply with the REACH participating school system's drug and alcohol policies will be immediately ineligible for further participation in the scholarship program;

(4) Remain drug and alcohol-free. A REACH scholar convicted of committing a felony or misdemeanor involving marijuana, controlled substances, or dangerous drugs is immediately ineligible for further participation in the scholarship program. A REACH scholar who fails to comply with the REACH participating school system's drug and alcohol policies will be immediately ineligible for further participation in the scholarship program;

(5) Meet with his or her assigned REACH mentor a minimum of eight times per semester;

(5) Meet with his or her assigned REACH mentor a minimum of eight times per semester;

(6) Meet with his or her assigned REACH academic coach a minimum of four times per semester;

(6) Meet with his or her assigned REACH academic coach a minimum of four times per semester;

(7) Attend REACH program activities;

(7) Attend REACH program activities;

(8) Graduate from high school; and

(8) Graduate from high school; and

(9) Enroll in a University System of Georgia or Technical College System of Georgia institution or an eligible private postsecondary educational institution.

(9) Enroll in a University System of Georgia or Technical College System of Georgia institution or an eligible private postsecondary educational institution.

(b) To maintain eligibility during college, a REACH scholar shall: (1) Be enrolled full-time at an eligible postsecondary institution; (2) Maintain a minimum 2.0 grade point average and satisfactory academic progress, as determined by the authority; (3) Complete and submit a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) each year of college; and (4) Not be in default on a federal or state educational loan or owe a refund to a federal or state student financial aid program.

(b) To maintain eligibility during college, a REACH scholar shall:

(1) Be enrolled full-time at an eligible postsecondary institution;

(1) Be enrolled full-time at an eligible postsecondary institution;

(2) Maintain a minimum 2.0 grade point average and satisfactory academic progress, as determined by the authority;

(2) Maintain a minimum 2.0 grade point average and satisfactory academic progress, as determined by the authority;

(3) Complete and submit a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) each year of college; and

(3) Complete and submit a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) each year of college; and

(4) Not be in default on a federal or state educational loan or owe a refund to a federal or state student financial aid program.

(4) Not be in default on a federal or state educational loan or owe a refund to a federal or state student financial aid program.
O.C.G.A. § 20-2-2096-6 — GA Code / Title 20 / Chapter 2 / Section 20-2-2096-6
Georgia Code Title 20. Education § 20-2-2096.6
Status: in_force

(a) The department shall pay to each completion special school an amount equal to the sum of: (1) QBE formula earnings and QBE grants earned by the completion special school based on the school's enrollment, school profile, and student characteristics; (2) A proportional share of earned state categorical grants, non-QBE state grants, transportation grants, school nutrition grants, and all other state grants, except state equalization grants, as determined by the department; (3) A proportional share of federal funds received by the State Board of Education for purposes contained in this chapter for which the completion special school is eligible to receive; and (4) An amount equal to the difference between: (A) The actual QBE formula earnings amount earned by the completion special school based on such school's enrollment, school profile, and student characteristics; and (B) The amount that such school's QBE formula earnings would be if the program weight for the alternative education program provided for in subsection (b) of Code Section 20-2-161 was substituted for the program weights for each respective instructional program provided for in subsection (b) of Code Section 20-2-161 with a program weight that is less than the program weight for the alternative education program.

(a) The department shall pay to each completion special school an amount equal to the sum of:

(1) QBE formula earnings and QBE grants earned by the completion special school based on the school's enrollment, school profile, and student characteristics;

(1) QBE formula earnings and QBE grants earned by the completion special school based on the school's enrollment, school profile, and student characteristics;

(2) A proportional share of earned state categorical grants, non-QBE state grants, transportation grants, school nutrition grants, and all other state grants, except state equalization grants, as determined by the department;

(2) A proportional share of earned state categorical grants, non-QBE state grants, transportation grants, school nutrition grants, and all other state grants, except state equalization grants, as determined by the department;

(3) A proportional share of federal funds received by the State Board of Education for purposes contained in this chapter for which the completion special school is eligible to receive; and

(3) A proportional share of federal funds received by the State Board of Education for purposes contained in this chapter for which the completion special school is eligible to receive; and

(4) An amount equal to the difference between: (A) The actual QBE formula earnings amount earned by the completion special school based on such school's enrollment, school profile, and student characteristics; and (B) The amount that such school's QBE formula earnings would be if the program weight for the alternative education program provided for in subsection (b) of Code Section 20-2-161 was substituted for the program weights for each respective instructional program provided for in subsection (b) of Code Section 20-2-161 with a program weight that is less than the program weight for the alternative education program.

(4) An amount equal to the difference between:

(A) The actual QBE formula earnings amount earned by the completion special school based on such school's enrollment, school profile, and student characteristics; and

(A) The actual QBE formula earnings amount earned by the completion special school based on such school's enrollment, school profile, and student characteristics; and

(B) The amount that such school's QBE formula earnings would be if the program weight for the alternative education program provided for in subsection (b) of Code Section 20-2-161 was substituted for the program weights for each respective instructional program provided for in subsection (b) of Code Section 20-2-161 with a program weight that is less than the program weight for the alternative education program.

(B) The amount that such school's QBE formula earnings would be if the program weight for the alternative education program provided for in subsection (b) of Code Section 20-2-161 was substituted for the program weights for each respective instructional program provided for in subsection (b) of Code Section 20-2-161 with a program weight that is less than the program weight for the alternative education program.

(b)(1) For each program student who attends a completion special school pursuant to a current collaborative operating agreement between such completion special school and such student's resident school system, the resident school system shall pay to the completion special school an amount not less than a proportional share of QBE formula earnings, QBE grants, and federal funds earned by the resident school system. Such proportional share shall be calculated pro rata based on the number of one-sixth segments of the school day, or the block scheduling equivalent, such student attends the completion special school. (2) Each resident school system which enters into a collaborative operating agreement with a completion special school shall: (A) Be authorized to use local funds to supplement the state and federal funds provided for in paragraph (1) of this subsection to compensate such school for providing education programs and services to program students from such resident school system; and (B) Be strongly encouraged to provide, at no charge to such school, in-kind consideration for such collaborative operating agreement, including, but not limited to, the shared use of facilities owned by the resident school system, such as office space, meeting space, storage, and parking, and appropriate use of instructional technology and resources, including, but not limited to, network infrastructure, software, and other instructional materials. (3) Nothing in this subsection shall prohibit a resident school system from paying a completion special school more than the amount provided for in paragraph (1) of this subsection pursuant to a collaborative operating agreement.

(b)(1) For each program student who attends a completion special school pursuant to a current collaborative operating agreement between such completion special school and such student's resident school system, the resident school system shall pay to the completion special school an amount not less than a proportional share of QBE formula earnings, QBE grants, and federal funds earned by the resident school system. Such proportional share shall be calculated pro rata based on the number of one-sixth segments of the school day, or the block scheduling equivalent, such student attends the completion special school.

(b)(1) For each program student who attends a completion special school pursuant to a current collaborative operating agreement between such completion special school and such student's resident school system, the resident school system shall pay to the completion special school an amount not less than a proportional share of QBE formula earnings, QBE grants, and federal funds earned by the resident school system. Such proportional share shall be calculated pro rata based on the number of one-sixth segments of the school day, or the block scheduling equivalent, such student attends the completion special school.

(2) Each resident school system which enters into a collaborative operating agreement with a completion special school shall: (A) Be authorized to use local funds to supplement the state and federal funds provided for in paragraph (1) of this subsection to compensate such school for providing education programs and services to program students from such resident school system; and (B) Be strongly encouraged to provide, at no charge to such school, in-kind consideration for such collaborative operating agreement, including, but not limited to, the shared use of facilities owned by the resident school system, such as office space, meeting space, storage, and parking, and appropriate use of instructional technology and resources, including, but not limited to, network infrastructure, software, and other instructional materials.

(2) Each resident school system which enters into a collaborative operating agreement with a completion special school shall:

(A) Be authorized to use local funds to supplement the state and federal funds provided for in paragraph (1) of this subsection to compensate such school for providing education programs and services to program students from such resident school system; and

(A) Be authorized to use local funds to supplement the state and federal funds provided for in paragraph (1) of this subsection to compensate such school for providing education programs and services to program students from such resident school system; and

(B) Be strongly encouraged to provide, at no charge to such school, in-kind consideration for such collaborative operating agreement, including, but not limited to, the shared use of facilities owned by the resident school system, such as office space, meeting space, storage, and parking, and appropriate use of instructional technology and resources, including, but not limited to, network infrastructure, software, and other instructional materials.

(B) Be strongly encouraged to provide, at no charge to such school, in-kind consideration for such collaborative operating agreement, including, but not limited to, the shared use of facilities owned by the resident school system, such as office space, meeting space, storage, and parking, and appropriate use of instructional technology and resources, including, but not limited to, network infrastructure, software, and other instructional materials.

(3) Nothing in this subsection shall prohibit a resident school system from paying a completion special school more than the amount provided for in paragraph (1) of this subsection pursuant to a collaborative operating agreement.

(3) Nothing in this subsection shall prohibit a resident school system from paying a completion special school more than the amount provided for in paragraph (1) of this subsection pursuant to a collaborative operating agreement.

(c) The department may withhold up to 1 / 2 percent of the amount of funding provided pursuant to subsection (a) this subsection for each completion special school for use in administering the duties required pursuant to this article; provided, however, that any amount withheld pursuant to this subsection shall be spent solely on expenses incurred by the department in performing the duties required by this article.

(c) The department may withhold up to 1 / 2 percent of the amount of funding provided pursuant to subsection (a) this subsection for each completion special school for use in administering the duties required pursuant to this article; provided, however, that any amount withheld pursuant to this subsection shall be spent solely on expenses incurred by the department in performing the duties required by this article.
O.C.G.A. § 20-2-142 — GA Code / Title 20 / Chapter 2 / Section 20-2-142
Georgia Code Title 20. Education § 20-2-142
Status: in_force

(a)(1) All elementary and secondary schools which receive in any manner funds from the state shall provide the following course offerings in the manner and at the grade level prescribed by the State Board of Education: (A) A course of study in the background, history, and development of the federal and state governments and a study of Georgia county and municipal governments; and (B) A course of study in the history of the United States and in the history of Georgia and in the essentials of the United States and Georgia Constitutions, including the study of American institutions and ideals which shall include a study of the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag of the United States and the Georgia flag in addition to other institutions and ideals. (2) No student shall be eligible to receive a diploma from a high school unless such student has successfully completed the courses in history and government provided for by this subsection, except as provided in paragraphs (3) and (4) of this subsection. For students moving to Georgia and unable to take the course or courses available to fulfill these requirements in the grade level in which such course or courses are ordinarily offered, the State Board of Education may develop alternative methods, which may include but shall not be limited to an on-line course of study, for such students to learn about and demonstrate an adequate understanding of federal or Georgia history and government. (3) Disabled students who are otherwise eligible for a special education diploma pursuant to subsection (c) of Code Section 20-2-281 shall not be denied this diploma if they have not successfully completed either or both of these courses; provided, however, that their Individualized Education Programs have not specified that the disabled students must enroll in and successfully complete both of these courses. (4) The State Board of Education shall promulgate rules and regulations governing the required course of study in the history of Georgia and in the essentials of the Georgia Constitution for students who transfer from another state after having completed the year in which such course or courses are ordinarily offered. The State Board of Education is authorized to provide for exemptions to the required course of study for such students and for students whose parent or parents serve in the armed forces of the United States.

(a)(1) All elementary and secondary schools which receive in any manner funds from the state shall provide the following course offerings in the manner and at the grade level prescribed by the State Board of Education: (A) A course of study in the background, history, and development of the federal and state governments and a study of Georgia county and municipal governments; and (B) A course of study in the history of the United States and in the history of Georgia and in the essentials of the United States and Georgia Constitutions, including the study of American institutions and ideals which shall include a study of the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag of the United States and the Georgia flag in addition to other institutions and ideals.

(a)(1) All elementary and secondary schools which receive in any manner funds from the state shall provide the following course offerings in the manner and at the grade level prescribed by the State Board of Education:

(A) A course of study in the background, history, and development of the federal and state governments and a study of Georgia county and municipal governments; and

(A) A course of study in the background, history, and development of the federal and state governments and a study of Georgia county and municipal governments; and

(B) A course of study in the history of the United States and in the history of Georgia and in the essentials of the United States and Georgia Constitutions, including the study of American institutions and ideals which shall include a study of the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag of the United States and the Georgia flag in addition to other institutions and ideals.

(B) A course of study in the history of the United States and in the history of Georgia and in the essentials of the United States and Georgia Constitutions, including the study of American institutions and ideals which shall include a study of the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag of the United States and the Georgia flag in addition to other institutions and ideals.

(2) No student shall be eligible to receive a diploma from a high school unless such student has successfully completed the courses in history and government provided for by this subsection, except as provided in paragraphs (3) and (4) of this subsection. For students moving to Georgia and unable to take the course or courses available to fulfill these requirements in the grade level in which such course or courses are ordinarily offered, the State Board of Education may develop alternative methods, which may include but shall not be limited to an on-line course of study, for such students to learn about and demonstrate an adequate understanding of federal or Georgia history and government.

(2) No student shall be eligible to receive a diploma from a high school unless such student has successfully completed the courses in history and government provided for by this subsection, except as provided in paragraphs (3) and (4) of this subsection. For students moving to Georgia and unable to take the course or courses available to fulfill these requirements in the grade level in which such course or courses are ordinarily offered, the State Board of Education may develop alternative methods, which may include but shall not be limited to an on-line course of study, for such students to learn about and demonstrate an adequate understanding of federal or Georgia history and government.

(3) Disabled students who are otherwise eligible for a special education diploma pursuant to subsection (c) of Code Section 20-2-281 shall not be denied this diploma if they have not successfully completed either or both of these courses; provided, however, that their Individualized Education Programs have not specified that the disabled students must enroll in and successfully complete both of these courses.

(3) Disabled students who are otherwise eligible for a special education diploma pursuant to subsection (c) of Code Section 20-2-281 shall not be denied this diploma if they have not successfully completed either or both of these courses; provided, however, that their Individualized Education Programs have not specified that the disabled students must enroll in and successfully complete both of these courses.

(4) The State Board of Education shall promulgate rules and regulations governing the required course of study in the history of Georgia and in the essentials of the Georgia Constitution for students who transfer from another state after having completed the year in which such course or courses are ordinarily offered. The State Board of Education is authorized to provide for exemptions to the required course of study for such students and for students whose parent or parents serve in the armed forces of the United States.

(4) The State Board of Education shall promulgate rules and regulations governing the required course of study in the history of Georgia and in the essentials of the Georgia Constitution for students who transfer from another state after having completed the year in which such course or courses are ordinarily offered. The State Board of Education is authorized to provide for exemptions to the required course of study for such students and for students whose parent or parents serve in the armed forces of the United States.

(b)(1) The State Board of Education and the Board of Driver Services shall jointly establish an alcohol and drug course for the purpose of informing the young people of this state of the dangers involved in consuming alcohol or certain drugs in connection with the operation of a motor vehicle. The course shall be designed to generate greater interest in highway safety and accident prevention. The state board and the Board of Driver Services shall jointly, by rules or regulations, determine the contents of the course and its duration. The commissioner of driver services shall make available officers, employees, officials, agents, contractors, or other appropriate representatives as determined by the commissioner of driver services to teach the alcohol and drug course. The alcohol and drug course shall be offered periodically but not less than once annually in the public schools of this state to students in grades nine and above in the manner prescribed by the state board. (2) The alcohol and drug course required by this subsection shall make available as a part of such course a voluntary parent or guardian participation component which substantially complies with the following requirements: (A) A joint session with the parent or guardian and child which provides opportunities for parents or guardians to voluntarily participate in the guidance and delivery of the antidrug and antialcohol instruction; and (B) A separate voluntary component solely for parental or guardian instruction that provides drug prevention strategies, legal accountability information, an opportunity for parent or guardian questions, and any other information that would offer parents or guardians a framework for the protection of their children from alcohol and other drug use. (3) All schools with grade nine or above which receive funds in any manner from the state shall make available to eligible students and their parents or guardians the alcohol and drug course provided in this subsection. (4) The commissioner of driver services shall make the alcohol and drug course, and instructors where necessary, available to the private schools in this state. In addition, the commissioner of driver services shall offer the alcohol and drug course periodically at various locations in this state in the manner provided by the Board of Driver Services. The commissioner shall also be authorized to offer such course electronically online or in such other manner as determined appropriate by the commissioner.

(b)(1) The State Board of Education and the Board of Driver Services shall jointly establish an alcohol and drug course for the purpose of informing the young people of this state of the dangers involved in consuming alcohol or certain drugs in connection with the operation of a motor vehicle. The course shall be designed to generate greater interest in highway safety and accident prevention. The state board and the Board of Driver Services shall jointly, by rules or regulations, determine the contents of the course and its duration. The commissioner of driver services shall make available officers, employees, officials, agents, contractors, or other appropriate representatives as determined by the commissioner of driver services to teach the alcohol and drug course. The alcohol and drug course shall be offered periodically but not less than once annually in the public schools of this state to students in grades nine and above in the manner prescribed by the state board.

(b)(1) The State Board of Education and the Board of Driver Services shall jointly establish an alcohol and drug course for the purpose of informing the young people of this state of the dangers involved in consuming alcohol or certain drugs in connection with the operation of a motor vehicle. The course shall be designed to generate greater interest in highway safety and accident prevention. The state board and the Board of Driver Services shall jointly, by rules or regulations, determine the contents of the course and its duration. The commissioner of driver services shall make available officers, employees, officials, agents, contractors, or other appropriate representatives as determined by the commissioner of driver services to teach the alcohol and drug course. The alcohol and drug course shall be offered periodically but not less than once annually in the public schools of this state to students in grades nine and above in the manner prescribed by the state board.

(2) The alcohol and drug course required by this subsection shall make available as a part of such course a voluntary parent or guardian participation component which substantially complies with the following requirements: (A) A joint session with the parent or guardian and child which provides opportunities for parents or guardians to voluntarily participate in the guidance and delivery of the antidrug and antialcohol instruction; and (B) A separate voluntary component solely for parental or guardian instruction that provides drug prevention strategies, legal accountability information, an opportunity for parent or guardian questions, and any other information that would offer parents or guardians a framework for the protection of their children from alcohol and other drug use.

(2) The alcohol and drug course required by this subsection shall make available as a part of such course a voluntary parent or guardian participation component which substantially complies with the following requirements:

(A) A joint session with the parent or guardian and child which provides opportunities for parents or guardians to voluntarily participate in the guidance and delivery of the antidrug and antialcohol instruction; and

(A) A joint session with the parent or guardian and child which provides opportunities for parents or guardians to voluntarily participate in the guidance and delivery of the antidrug and antialcohol instruction; and

(B) A separate voluntary component solely for parental or guardian instruction that provides drug prevention strategies, legal accountability information, an opportunity for parent or guardian questions, and any other information that would offer parents or guardians a framework for the protection of their children from alcohol and other drug use.

(B) A separate voluntary component solely for parental or guardian instruction that provides drug prevention strategies, legal accountability information, an opportunity for parent or guardian questions, and any other information that would offer parents or guardians a framework for the protection of their children from alcohol and other drug use.

(3) All schools with grade nine or above which receive funds in any manner from the state shall make available to eligible students and their parents or guardians the alcohol and drug course provided in this subsection.

(3) All schools with grade nine or above which receive funds in any manner from the state shall make available to eligible students and their parents or guardians the alcohol and drug course provided in this subsection.

(4) The commissioner of driver services shall make the alcohol and drug course, and instructors where necessary, available to the private schools in this state. In addition, the commissioner of driver services shall offer the alcohol and drug course periodically at various locations in this state in the manner provided by the Board of Driver Services. The commissioner shall also be authorized to offer such course electronically online or in such other manner as determined appropriate by the commissioner.

(4) The commissioner of driver services shall make the alcohol and drug course, and instructors where necessary, available to the private schools in this state. In addition, the commissioner of driver services shall offer the alcohol and drug course periodically at various locations in this state in the manner provided by the Board of Driver Services. The commissioner shall also be authorized to offer such course electronically online or in such other manner as determined appropriate by the commissioner.

(c)(1) The State Board of Education shall prescribe a course of study in health and physical education for all grades and grade levels in the public schools and shall establish minimum time requirements and standards for its administration. The course shall include instruction concerning the impact of alcohol, tobacco, vapor products, and drug use upon health. A manual setting out the details of such courses of study shall be prepared or approved by the State School Superintendent in cooperation with the Department of Public Health, the state board, and such expert advisers as they may choose. The Department of Education is directed to assemble or develop instructional resources and materials concerning alcohol and drug abuse, taking into consideration technological enhancements available for utilization of such instructional resources. (2) The State Board of Education shall prescribe a course of study in human trafficking awareness for grades six through 12, which may be included as part of the health and physical education course of study provided for in paragraph (1) of this subsection.

(c)(1) The State Board of Education shall prescribe a course of study in health and physical education for all grades and grade levels in the public schools and shall establish minimum time requirements and standards for its administration. The course shall include instruction concerning the impact of alcohol, tobacco, vapor products, and drug use upon health. A manual setting out the details of such courses of study shall be prepared or approved by the State School Superintendent in cooperation with the Department of Public Health, the state board, and such expert advisers as they may choose. The Department of Education is directed to assemble or develop instructional resources and materials concerning alcohol and drug abuse, taking into consideration technological enhancements available for utilization of such instructional resources.

(c)(1) The State Board of Education shall prescribe a course of study in health and physical education for all grades and grade levels in the public schools and shall establish minimum time requirements and standards for its administration. The course shall include instruction concerning the impact of alcohol, tobacco, vapor products, and drug use upon health. A manual setting out the details of such courses of study shall be prepared or approved by the State School Superintendent in cooperation with the Department of Public Health, the state board, and such expert advisers as they may choose. The Department of Education is directed to assemble or develop instructional resources and materials concerning alcohol and drug abuse, taking into consideration technological enhancements available for utilization of such instructional resources.

(2) The State Board of Education shall prescribe a course of study in human trafficking awareness for grades six through 12, which may be included as part of the health and physical education course of study provided for in paragraph (1) of this subsection.

(2) The State Board of Education shall prescribe a course of study in human trafficking awareness for grades six through 12, which may be included as part of the health and physical education course of study provided for in paragraph (1) of this subsection.

(d) The funds allocated under Code Section 20-2-13 shall be used for the purpose of creating and maintaining state educational research services for purposes which shall include, but shall not be limited to, the following: (1) For the development, production, and procurement of curriculum materials and units of instruction on the scientific facts in regard to the influence and effect of alcohol on human health and behavior and on social and economic conditions, including suggested methods of instruction in ways of working with boys and girls and young people in the various age groups and grade levels of the public schools of the state, as aids to classroom teachers and others responsible for the conduct of the educational program in the public schools; (2) For the publication, procurement, and dissemination of curriculum materials, units of instruction, and suggested methods of instruction relating to the influence and effect of alcohol on human health and behavior and on social and economic conditions for the school teachers and educational officials in the various local school systems of the state, the Department of Education, and the various educational institutions of the state which are engaged in the education and training of teachers; and (3) For cooperative work, by and between the state educational research service and the local school systems of the state, the Department of Education, and the educational institutions of the state which are engaged in the education and training of teachers, through conferences, study groups, demonstrations of methods and materials of instruction, and other means.

(d) The funds allocated under Code Section 20-2-13 shall be used for the purpose of creating and maintaining state educational research services for purposes which shall include, but shall not be limited to, the following:

(1) For the development, production, and procurement of curriculum materials and units of instruction on the scientific facts in regard to the influence and effect of alcohol on human health and behavior and on social and economic conditions, including suggested methods of instruction in ways of working with boys and girls and young people in the various age groups and grade levels of the public schools of the state, as aids to classroom teachers and others responsible for the conduct of the educational program in the public schools;

(1) For the development, production, and procurement of curriculum materials and units of instruction on the scientific facts in regard to the influence and effect of alcohol on human health and behavior and on social and economic conditions, including suggested methods of instruction in ways of working with boys and girls and young people in the various age groups and grade levels of the public schools of the state, as aids to classroom teachers and others responsible for the conduct of the educational program in the public schools;

(2) For the publication, procurement, and dissemination of curriculum materials, units of instruction, and suggested methods of instruction relating to the influence and effect of alcohol on human health and behavior and on social and economic conditions for the school teachers and educational officials in the various local school systems of the state, the Department of Education, and the various educational institutions of the state which are engaged in the education and training of teachers; and

(2) For the publication, procurement, and dissemination of curriculum materials, units of instruction, and suggested methods of instruction relating to the influence and effect of alcohol on human health and behavior and on social and economic conditions for the school teachers and educational officials in the various local school systems of the state, the Department of Education, and the various educational institutions of the state which are engaged in the education and training of teachers; and

(3) For cooperative work, by and between the state educational research service and the local school systems of the state, the Department of Education, and the educational institutions of the state which are engaged in the education and training of teachers, through conferences, study groups, demonstrations of methods and materials of instruction, and other means.

(3) For cooperative work, by and between the state educational research service and the local school systems of the state, the Department of Education, and the educational institutions of the state which are engaged in the education and training of teachers, through conferences, study groups, demonstrations of methods and materials of instruction, and other means.

(e) The state board is authorized to expend such amounts as may be necessary of the moneys allocated to it under Code Section 20-2-13 for the employment of a specialist or specialists or for contracting for the services of specialists in research and in development and production of curriculum materials and units of instruction on the scientific facts in regard to the influence of alcohol on human health and behavior and on social and economic conditions, including methods of instruction; for the employment of secretarial and clerical assistants and other office expenses; for expenses of conferences, study groups, and demonstrations; and for all other expenses necessary in carrying out the purposes of this Code section.

(e) The state board is authorized to expend such amounts as may be necessary of the moneys allocated to it under Code Section 20-2-13 for the employment of a specialist or specialists or for contracting for the services of specialists in research and in development and production of curriculum materials and units of instruction on the scientific facts in regard to the influence of alcohol on human health and behavior and on social and economic conditions, including methods of instruction; for the employment of secretarial and clerical assistants and other office expenses; for expenses of conferences, study groups, and demonstrations; and for all other expenses necessary in carrying out the purposes of this Code section.

(f) The state board shall make available uniformly to the public schools of the state and the educational institutions of the state engaged in the education and training of teachers the curriculum materials, the units of instruction, and the suggested methods of instruction which are developed under this Code section.

(f) The state board shall make available uniformly to the public schools of the state and the educational institutions of the state engaged in the education and training of teachers the curriculum materials, the units of instruction, and the suggested methods of instruction which are developed under this Code section.
O.C.G.A. § 20-3-153 — GA Code / Title 20 / Chapter 3 / Section 20-3-153
Georgia Code Title 20. Education § 20-3-153
Status: in_force

The authority shall have powers:

(1) To have a seal and alter it at pleasure;

(1) To have a seal and alter it at pleasure;

(2) To acquire by purchase, lease, or otherwise and to hold, lease, and dispose of real and personal property of every kind and character for its corporate purposes;

(2) To acquire by purchase, lease, or otherwise and to hold, lease, and dispose of real and personal property of every kind and character for its corporate purposes;

(3) To acquire in its own name by purchase, on such terms and conditions, and in such manner as it may deem proper, or by condemnation in accordance with any and all existing laws applicable to the condemnation of property for public use, real property or rights of easements therein or franchises necessary or convenient for its corporate purposes and to use them so long as its corporate existence shall continue and to lease or make contracts with respect to the use of or dispose of them in any manner it deems to the best advantage of the authority, the authority being under no obligation to accept and pay for any property condemned under this article except from the funds provided under the authority of this article; and in any proceedings to condemn, such orders may be made by the court having jurisdiction of the action or proceeding as may be just to the authority and to the owners of the property to be condemned; and no property shall be acquired under this article upon which any lien or other encumbrance exists unless at the time such property is so acquired a sufficient sum of money is deposited in trust to pay and redeem the fair value of such lien or encumbrance; and if the authority shall deem it expedient to construct any project on lands which are a part of the campus, grounds, or other real estate holdings of a member unit of the university system, the Governor is authorized to execute for and on behalf of the state a lease upon such lands to the authority for such parcel or parcels as shall be needed for a period not to exceed 50 years; and if the authority shall deem it expedient to construct any project on any other lands the title to which shall then be in this state, the Governor is authorized to convey, for and in behalf of the state, title to such lands to the authority upon payment into the state treasury for the credit of the sinking fund of the state of the reasonable value of such lands, such value to be determined by three appraisers to be agreed upon by the Governor and the chairman of the authority;

(3) To acquire in its own name by purchase, on such terms and conditions, and in such manner as it may deem proper, or by condemnation in accordance with any and all existing laws applicable to the condemnation of property for public use, real property or rights of easements therein or franchises necessary or convenient for its corporate purposes and to use them so long as its corporate existence shall continue and to lease or make contracts with respect to the use of or dispose of them in any manner it deems to the best advantage of the authority, the authority being under no obligation to accept and pay for any property condemned under this article except from the funds provided under the authority of this article; and in any proceedings to condemn, such orders may be made by the court having jurisdiction of the action or proceeding as may be just to the authority and to the owners of the property to be condemned; and no property shall be acquired under this article upon which any lien or other encumbrance exists unless at the time such property is so acquired a sufficient sum of money is deposited in trust to pay and redeem the fair value of such lien or encumbrance; and if the authority shall deem it expedient to construct any project on lands which are a part of the campus, grounds, or other real estate holdings of a member unit of the university system, the Governor is authorized to execute for and on behalf of the state a lease upon such lands to the authority for such parcel or parcels as shall be needed for a period not to exceed 50 years; and if the authority shall deem it expedient to construct any project on any other lands the title to which shall then be in this state, the Governor is authorized to convey, for and in behalf of the state, title to such lands to the authority upon payment into the state treasury for the credit of the sinking fund of the state of the reasonable value of such lands, such value to be determined by three appraisers to be agreed upon by the Governor and the chairman of the authority;

(4) To appoint and select officers, agents, and employees, including engineering, architectural, and construction experts, fiscal agents, and attorneys, and to fix their compensation;

(4) To appoint and select officers, agents, and employees, including engineering, architectural, and construction experts, fiscal agents, and attorneys, and to fix their compensation;

(5) To make contracts and leases and to execute all instruments necessary or convenient, including contracts for construction of projects and leases of projects or contracts with respect to the use of projects which the authority causes to be erected or acquired; and any and all political subdivisions, departments, institutions, or agencies of the state are authorized to enter into contracts, leases, or agreements with the authority upon such terms and for such purposes as they deem advisable; and without limiting the generality of the above, authority is specifically granted to the board of regents for and on behalf of the units and institutions under its control and to the authority to enter into contracts and lease agreements for the use of any structure, building, or facilities or a combination of any two or more structures, buildings, or facilities of the authority for a term not exceeding 50 years; and the board, for and on behalf of any unit or institution or combination of units or institutions, may obligate itself to pay an agreed sum for the use of such property so leased and also to obligate itself as part of the lease contract to pay the cost of maintaining, repairing, and operating the property so leased from the authority;

(5) To make contracts and leases and to execute all instruments necessary or convenient, including contracts for construction of projects and leases of projects or contracts with respect to the use of projects which the authority causes to be erected or acquired; and any and all political subdivisions, departments, institutions, or agencies of the state are authorized to enter into contracts, leases, or agreements with the authority upon such terms and for such purposes as they deem advisable; and without limiting the generality of the above, authority is specifically granted to the board of regents for and on behalf of the units and institutions under its control and to the authority to enter into contracts and lease agreements for the use of any structure, building, or facilities or a combination of any two or more structures, buildings, or facilities of the authority for a term not exceeding 50 years; and the board, for and on behalf of any unit or institution or combination of units or institutions, may obligate itself to pay an agreed sum for the use of such property so leased and also to obligate itself as part of the lease contract to pay the cost of maintaining, repairing, and operating the property so leased from the authority;

(6) To construct, erect, acquire, own, repair, remodel, maintain, add to, extend, improve, equip, operate, and manage projects, as defined in Code Section 20-3-151 , to be located on property owned by or leased by the authority, the cost of any such project to be paid in whole or in part from the proceeds of revenue bonds of the authority or from such proceeds and any grant from the United States or any agency or instrumentality thereof;

(6) To construct, erect, acquire, own, repair, remodel, maintain, add to, extend, improve, equip, operate, and manage projects, as defined in Code Section 20-3-151 , to be located on property owned by or leased by the authority, the cost of any such project to be paid in whole or in part from the proceeds of revenue bonds of the authority or from such proceeds and any grant from the United States or any agency or instrumentality thereof;

(7) To accept loans or grants of money or materials or property of any kind from the United States or any agency or instrumentality thereof upon such terms and conditions as the United States or such agency or instrumentality may impose;

(7) To accept loans or grants of money or materials or property of any kind from the United States or any agency or instrumentality thereof upon such terms and conditions as the United States or such agency or instrumentality may impose;

(8) To borrow money for any of its corporate purposes and to issue negotiable revenue bonds payable solely from funds pledged for that purpose and to provide for the payment of such bonds and for the rights of the holders thereof;

(8) To borrow money for any of its corporate purposes and to issue negotiable revenue bonds payable solely from funds pledged for that purpose and to provide for the payment of such bonds and for the rights of the holders thereof;

(9) To exercise any power usually possessed by private corporations performing similar functions which is not in conflict with the Constitution and laws of this state; and

(9) To exercise any power usually possessed by private corporations performing similar functions which is not in conflict with the Constitution and laws of this state; and

(10) To do all things necessary or convenient to carry out the powers expressly given in this article.

(10) To do all things necessary or convenient to carry out the powers expressly given in this article.