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AR Code § 6-16-104 (2020)
2020 Arkansas Code|Title 6 - Education|Subtitle 2 - Elementary and Secondary Education Generally|Chapter 16 - Curriculum|Subchapter 1 - General Provisions|§ 6-16-104. Basic language of instruction

 (a)  (1) The basic language of instruction in the public school branches in all the schools of the state, public and private, shall be the English language only.  (2) It shall not be a violation of this section for an educator to communicate with a student in the student's native language in order to facilitate the student's ability to become proficient and learn in the English language.    (b) It shall be the duty of the Commissioner of Elementary and Secondary Education, the Director of the Division of Career and Technical Education, and superintendents to see that the provisions of this section are carried out.
AR Code § 6-16-105 (2020)
2020 Arkansas Code|Title 6 - Education|Subtitle 2 - Elementary and Secondary Education Generally|Chapter 16 - Curriculum|Subchapter 1 - General Provisions|§ 6-16-105. United States flag

 (a) The directors of any school district shall:  (1) Expend a reasonable sum from the funds of the school district for a United States flag and for the erection of a suitable flagstaff on the schoolhouse or school grounds;  (2) See to it that the pupils are instructed in the etiquette of the flag; and  (3) Cause the flag to be displayed on the flagstaff during school hours when the weather permits.    (b) It shall be the duty of the school authorities of every public or private school in this state to procure a suitable United States flag, flagstaff, and the necessary appliances therefor and to require such flag to be displayed, with all proper courtesy, upon, near, or in the school buildings during the hours of school session and at such other times as the school authorities may direct.
AR Code § 6-16-106 (2020)
2020 Arkansas Code|Title 6 - Education|Subtitle 2 - Elementary and Secondary Education Generally|Chapter 16 - Curriculum|Subchapter 1 - General Provisions|§ 6-16-106. Arkansas flag

 (a) The official Arkansas flag shall be displayed on the schoolhouse or school grounds of every public school in this state.  (b) The Arkansas flag shall be displayed on the same staff or pole as the United States flag and shall be positioned immediately below the United States flag.  (c) It shall be the duty of the board of directors of every public school district in this state to procure a suitable Arkansas flag for each school and to require the flag to be displayed in the manner required in subsections (a) and (b) of this section.
AR Code § 6-16-107 (2020)
2020 Arkansas Code|Title 6 - Education|Subtitle 2 - Elementary and Secondary Education Generally|Chapter 16 - Curriculum|Subchapter 1 - General Provisions|§ 6-16-107. Patriotic observances generally

 (a) February 22, as the birthday of George Washington, and such other days as may be designated by the State Board of Education for patriotic observance shall be observed with appropriate exercises.  (b) Nothing in this section shall be construed as authorizing the closing of any school on such days without consent of the board of directors of the school district.
AR Code § 6-16-108 (2020)
2020 Arkansas Code|Title 6 - Education|Subtitle 2 - Elementary and Secondary Education Generally|Chapter 16 - Curriculum|Subchapter 1 - General Provisions|§ 6-16-108. Recitation of the Pledge of Allegiance

 (a) The State Board of Education shall adopt a policy to require that public school students in grades kindergarten through twelve (K-12) participate in a daily recitation of the Pledge of Allegiance during the first class of each school day.  (b) The policy shall:  (1) Require that at the time designated for the recitation of the Pledge of Allegiance students shall stand and recite the Pledge of Allegiance while facing the flag with their right hands over their hearts or in an appropriate salute if in uniform;  (2)  (A) Provide that no student shall be compelled to recite the Pledge of Allegiance if the student or the student's parent or legal guardian objects to the student's participating in the exercise on religious, philosophical, or other grounds.  (B) Students who are exempt from reciting the Pledge of Allegiance under subdivision (b)(2)(A) of this section shall be required to remain quietly standing or sitting at their desks while others recite the Pledge of Allegiance;    (3)  (A) Provide that teachers or other school staff who have religious, philosophical, or other grounds for objecting are exempt from leading or participating in the exercise.  (B) If a teacher chooses not to lead the Pledge of Allegiance, the policy shall require that another suitable person shall be designated either by the teacher or principal to lead the class; and    (4) Require the school to provide appropriate accommodations for students, teachers, or other staff who are unable to comply with the procedures described in this section due to disability.
AR Code § 6-16-111 (2020)
2020 Arkansas Code|Title 6 - Education|Subtitle 2 - Elementary and Secondary Education Generally|Chapter 16 - Curriculum|Subchapter 1 - General Provisions|§ 6-16-111. Morals, manners, patriotism, and business and professional integrity

 Curricula in morals, manners, patriotism, and business and professional integrity shall be included in the course of study for the state public schools.
AR Code § 6-16-118 (2020)
2020 Arkansas Code|Title 6 - Education|Subtitle 2 - Elementary and Secondary Education Generally|Chapter 16 - Curriculum|Subchapter 1 - General Provisions|§ 6-16-118. High school equivalency testing for adults — Fees — Definition

 (a) As used in this section, “high school equivalency test” means the General Education Development (GED) test of the GED Testing Service or another test used to assess high school core subject competencies.  (b) A high school equivalency test for adults shall be administered by the educational agencies and institutions approved by the Adult Education Section.  (c) The Career Education and Workforce Development Board may approve fees for:  (1) Administering a high school equivalency test;  (2) Administering other assessments; and  (3) Photocopying or duplicating a transcript or diploma.    (d) The board shall promulgate rules to implement this section.
AR Code § 6-16-120 (2020)
2020 Arkansas Code|Title 6 - Education|Subtitle 2 - Elementary and Secondary Education Generally|Chapter 16 - Curriculum|Subchapter 1 - General Provisions|§ 6-16-120. Academic credit for community service

 (a) Beginning with the 1996-1997 school year, a student who has completed a minimum of seventy-five (75) clock hours of documented community service in grades nine through twelve (9-12), as certified by the service agency or organization to the school, shall be eligible to receive one (1) academic credit that may be applied toward graduation.  (b) The community service shall be in programs or activities approved by the State Board of Education and the local school district board of directors and shall include preparation, action, and reflection components.  (c) A local school district board of directors may grant a waiver of this requirement with notice to the state board.  (d) The state board is hereby authorized to promulgate rules necessary for the implementation of this section.
AR Code § 6-16-121 (2020)
2020 Arkansas Code|Title 6 - Education|Subtitle 2 - Elementary and Secondary Education Generally|Chapter 16 - Curriculum|Subchapter 1 - General Provisions|§ 6-16-121. African-American history — Teaching materials

 (a)  (1) The Commissioner of Elementary and Secondary Education shall update the materials and resources for the teaching of historical contributions made by African-Americans in the United States and in other countries before the establishment of the United States for inclusion in the appropriate curricula of all kindergarten through grade twelve (K-12) of all public schools in the State of Arkansas.  (2) Emphasis shall be placed on the historic work of American and Arkansas civil rights leaders and events during the civil rights era, including without limitation Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., and his pursuit of justice in civil society.  (3)  (A) The requirement under this subsection shall be taught in conjunction with corresponding state and federal holidays.  (B) Nothing in subdivision (a)(3)(A) of this section shall be construed to limit the teaching of this history only to the corresponding state and federal holidays.      (b) The commissioner shall ensure that these materials or units are reproduced and sent to all school districts in the state.
AR Code § 6-16-124 (2020)
2020 Arkansas Code|Title 6 - Education|Subtitle 2 - Elementary and Secondary Education Generally|Chapter 16 - Curriculum|Subchapter 1 - General Provisions|§ 6-16-124. Arkansas history — Required social studies course

 (a)  (1) A unit of Arkansas history shall be taught as a social studies subject at each elementary grade level in every public elementary school in this state, with greater emphasis at the fourth and fifth grade levels.  (2) At least one (1) full semester of Arkansas history shall be taught to all students at the seventh, eighth, ninth, tenth, eleventh, or twelfth grade level in every public secondary school in this state.    (b)  (1) Course guidelines shall ensure that the courses represent the most accurate and historically sound account of the prehistory, history, and culture of Arkansas, including the significant contributions and achievements of all segments of the population.  (2) Any revisions in the Arkansas history course content guidelines shall be reported to the public schools and the House Committee on Education and the Senate Committee on Education no later than July 1 of the year the course guidelines are to be implemented.  (3)  (A) The Division of Elementary and Secondary Education shall, in advance of the 2018-2019 school year, develop materials or units relating to Arkansas and the American Civil War.  (B) The emphasis of the curriculum under this subdivision (b)(3) shall be placed upon civilian and military leadership during the period and how the lessons of that era can inform contemporary society.  (C) The course content under this subdivision (b)(3) is not exempt from the reporting requirements under subdivision (b)(2) of this section.
AR Code § 6-16-126 (2020)
2020 Arkansas Code|Title 6 - Education|Subtitle 2 - Elementary and Secondary Education Generally|Chapter 16 - Curriculum|Subchapter 1 - General Provisions|§ 6-16-126. Food handling safety — Instructional materials clearinghouse

 (a) The General Assembly finds and acknowledges that food-borne illness is a growing concern throughout the United States. The General Assembly also finds that school-age children may be particularly affected by food-borne illness due to their employment in fast food restaurants and due to preparation of food at home by students who have both parents working outside of the home. The General Assembly further finds that education in food-borne illness must be strengthened in public schools to ensure the health and safety of all children.  (b)  (1)  (A) The Commissioner of Elementary and Secondary Education shall provide a clearinghouse for instructional materials on food handling safety.  (B) These materials shall be developmentally appropriate for students at each of the three (3) grade clusters used in the Arkansas Health Framework: kindergarten through grade four (K-4); grades five through eight (5-8); and grades nine through twelve (9-12).    (2) The commissioner shall encourage collaborative efforts between the Division of Elementary and Secondary Education and other agencies and organizations in accessing developmentally appropriate instructional materials on food handling safety.  (3) The commissioner shall ensure that any instructional materials on food handling safety accessible to public schools through this clearinghouse shall be in alignment with the Arkansas Health Framework in dealing with health promotion and disease prevention; health information, products, and services; health behaviors and health risks; health-enhancing skills; and personal, family, and community health.
AR Code § 6-16-127 (2020)
2020 Arkansas Code|Title 6 - Education|Subtitle 2 - Elementary and Secondary Education Generally|Chapter 16 - Curriculum|Subchapter 1 - General Provisions|§ 6-16-127. Arkansas Foreign Language Teacher Training Program

 (a) This section and § 6-16-128 shall be known as “The Arkansas Foreign Language Act of 1999”.  (b) There is hereby created the Arkansas Foreign Language Teacher Training Program. The purpose of this program is to:  (1) Encourage undergraduate students who intend to teach in the state's public schools to pursue a foreign language degree;  (2) Encourage currently licensed foreign language teachers to pursue additional training or an advanced degree in a foreign language;  (3) Encourage licensed personnel to add foreign language to their areas of licensure; and  (4) Encourage individuals to seek licensure as a foreign language teacher in grades kindergarten through eight (K-8).    (c) The Division of Higher Education, in consultation with the Division of Elementary and Secondary Education and representatives of the state's foreign language educators, shall develop a request-for-proposals process whereby Arkansas institutions of higher education with teacher training programs may apply for funding, not to exceed three (3) years, to enhance their foreign language teacher training program.  (d)  (1) The awards granted under the provisions of this section and § 6-16-128 may be funded by donations, grants, or legislative appropriation.  (2) All donations, grants, and appropriations received shall be accounted for by the Division of Higher Education.  (3) The Director of the Division of Higher Education may solicit and receive donations and grants for the purpose of making awards.  (4) The provisions of this section and § 6-16-128 shall be contingent on the appropriation and funding necessary to allow the Division of Higher Education to carry out the duties assigned it in this section and § 6-16-128.
AR Code § 6-16-128 (2020)
2020 Arkansas Code|Title 6 - Education|Subtitle 2 - Elementary and Secondary Education Generally|Chapter 16 - Curriculum|Subchapter 1 - General Provisions|§ 6-16-128. Arkansas Early Grades Foreign Language Pilot Program

 (a) There is hereby created the Arkansas Early Grades Foreign Language Pilot Program. The purpose of this program is to encourage the development of new foreign language programs for students in kindergarten through grade six (K-6), with an emphasis on Spanish.  (b) The Division of Elementary and Secondary Education, in consultation with the Division of Higher Education and representatives of the state's foreign language educators, shall develop a request-for-proposals process whereby public schools serving students in kindergarten through grade six (K-6) may apply for funding, not to exceed three (3) years, to establish a foreign language training program, with an emphasis on Spanish.  (c)  (1) The awards granted under the provisions of this section and § 6-16-127 may be funded by donations, grants, or legislative appropriation.  (2) The Commissioner of Elementary and Secondary Education may solicit and receive donations and grants for the purpose of making awards.  (3) All donations, grants, and appropriations received shall be accounted for by the Division of Elementary and Secondary Education.  (4) The provisions of this section and § 6-16-127 shall be contingent on the appropriation and funding necessary to allow the Division of Elementary and Secondary Education to carry out the duties assigned to it in this section and § 6-16-127.
AR Code § 6-16-129 (2020)
2020 Arkansas Code|Title 6 - Education|Subtitle 2 - Elementary and Secondary Education Generally|Chapter 16 - Curriculum|Subchapter 1 - General Provisions|§ 6-16-129. Gun violence prevention

 (a) The board of directors of every public school in the state may declare one (1) week in October of each academic year to be Gun Violence Prevention Week for grades kindergarten through six (K-6).  (b) Any school in the state may develop and present an awareness program or participate in other activities for the purpose of diminishing gun violence.
AR Code § 6-16-130 (2020)
2020 Arkansas Code|Title 6 - Education|Subtitle 2 - Elementary and Secondary Education Generally|Chapter 16 - Curriculum|Subchapter 1 - General Provisions|§ 6-16-130. Visual art or music

 (a)  (1) A public elementary school in the state shall provide instruction for at least forty (40) minutes, as determined by the superintendent of the school district, in visual art and at least forty (40) minutes, as determined by the superintendent of the school district, in music based on the state visual art and music frameworks each calendar week of the school year or an equivalent amount of time in each school year.  (2)  (A) Every student in grades one through six (1-6) shall participate in the visual art and music class required in this subsection.  (B) Children with disabilities or other special needs shall be included in the visual art and music programs.    (3) The instruction required by subdivision (a)(1) of this section shall be provided by a teacher licensed to teach art or music, as applicable.  (4)  (A) The Division of Elementary and Secondary Education shall provide a stipend of not less than one hundred dollars ($100) per class to each school for the purchase of necessary supplies or equipment for the classes required by this subsection.  (B) Subdivision (a)(4)(A) of this section shall be contingent on the appropriation and availability of funding for that purpose.      (b) A student enrolled in grade seven (7) or grade eight (8) shall participate in:  (1) Visual arts instruction, appreciation, and application; or  (2) Performing arts instruction, appreciation, and application.
AR Code § 6-16-133 (2020)
2020 Arkansas Code|Title 6 - Education|Subtitle 2 - Elementary and Secondary Education Generally|Chapter 16 - Curriculum|Subchapter 1 - General Provisions|§ 6-16-133. World War II veterans

 (a) In recognition of and tribute to veterans who left high school before graduation to serve in World War II, a board of directors of any school district in Arkansas may grant a diploma of graduation to any veteran meeting the requirements of subsection (c) of this section.  (b) School districts are encouraged to present the diploma in conjunction with appropriate Veterans Day programs.  (c) To be eligible for a high school diploma under this section, a veteran shall:  (1) Have been honorably discharged from the United States Armed Forces;  (2) Be a resident of the State of Arkansas; and  (3) Have served between September 16, 1940, and December 31, 1946, and:  (A) Have served a minimum of eighteen (18) consecutive months' active duty; or  (B) Have been discharged with a service-connected disability.      (d)  (1) The State Board of Education shall adopt rules to implement the provisions of this section.  (2) The state board shall consult with the Department of Veterans Affairs in developing rules to implement the provisions of this section.
AR Code § 6-16-134 (2020)
2020 Arkansas Code|Title 6 - Education|Subtitle 2 - Elementary and Secondary Education Generally|Chapter 16 - Curriculum|Subchapter 1 - General Provisions|§ 6-16-134. Veterans’ diplomas

 (a) In recognition of and tribute to veterans who left high school before graduation to serve in the Korean War or the Vietnam War, a board of directors of any school district in Arkansas may grant a diploma of graduation to any veteran meeting the requirements of subsection (c) of this section.  (b) School districts are encouraged to present the diploma in conjunction with appropriate Veterans Day programs.  (c) To be eligible for a high school diploma under this section, a veteran shall:  (1) Have been honorably discharged from the United States Armed Forces;  (2) Be a resident of the State of Arkansas; and  (3) Have served a minimum of eighteen (18) consecutive months' active duty or have been discharged with a service-connected disability, if:  (A) A veteran of the Korean War who served between June 1, 1950, and January 1, 1954; or  (B) A veteran of the Vietnam War who served between July 3, 1965, and May 15, 1975.      (d)  (1) The State Board of Education shall adopt rules to implement the provisions of this section.  (2) The state board shall consult with the Department of Veterans Affairs in developing rules to implement the provisions of this section.
AR Code § 6-16-135 (2020)
2020 Arkansas Code|Title 6 - Education|Subtitle 2 - Elementary and Secondary Education Generally|Chapter 16 - Curriculum|Subchapter 1 - General Provisions|§ 6-16-135. Personal and family finance standards

 (a) The Division of Elementary and Secondary Education, in consultation with the Division of Career and Technical Education and subject to the approval of the State Board of Education, shall develop personal and family finance standards.  (b) The standards shall include the following material concerning personal and family finance:  (1) Income, including without limitation taxes;  (2) Money management, including without limitation:  (A) Household budget creation;  (B) Banking practices, including savings account and checking account maintenance;  (C) Insurance;  (D) Charitable giving; and  (E) Long-term financial planning;    (3) Spending and credit, including without limitation:  (A) Basic consumer finance;  (B) Identity fraud and theft;  (C) Home ownership;  (D) Debt management;  (E) Credit management;  (F) Bankruptcy; and  (G) Consumer protection;    (4) Saving and investing, including without limitation:  (A) Methods of saving;  (B) Methods of investing;  (C) Retirement planning;  (D) Risk and return; and  (E) Regulation of savings and investment; and    (5) Preparing for employment, including without limitation:  (A) Decision making and employment choices;  (B) Job seeking skills, including resume building and interview skills;  (C) Understanding paychecks, including without limitation:  (i) I-9 forms;  (ii) W-4 forms; and  (iii) Income tax deductions;    (D) Employment benefits;  (E) Soft job skills, including without limitation:  (i) Communication;  (ii) Time management; and  (iii) Meeting basic employer expectations and requirements;    (F) The differences between salaried and hourly employment; and  (G) Overtime.      (c) Beginning with the entering ninth grade class of the 2017-2018 school year, each public high school student shall be required before graduation to earn a credit in a course taken in grade nine (9), grade ten (10), grade eleven (11), or grade twelve (12) that includes the personal and family finance standards under subsection (b) of this section.
AR Code § 6-16-136 (2020)
2020 Arkansas Code|Title 6 - Education|Subtitle 2 - Elementary and Secondary Education Generally|Chapter 16 - Curriculum|Subchapter 1 - General Provisions|§ 6-16-136. Statewide coordination of distance learning

 (a) The General Assembly finds that:  (1) Arkansas public schools face a serious shortage of teachers;  (2) Educational technology can help lift the burden of teacher shortages by making distance learning available across the state; and  (3) Distance learning should be available to every Arkansas student who wishes to participate.    (b)  (1)  (A) The Division of Elementary and Secondary Education shall promulgate the rules necessary for efficient scheduling of courses offered by public schools through distance learning technologies.  (B) The rules shall apply beginning for the 2004-2005 school year.    (2) A public school that offers courses through distance learning technologies shall comply with the rules promulgated pursuant to this section.