Amends TCA Title 49.
Tennessee HB0355 requires local education agencies (LEAs) to allow virtual school students to participate in interscholastic athletics at member schools if they meet the eligibility requirements set by the relevant athletic organization or association. The bill also mandates participation for virtual school students zoned for a public school that offers athletics, regardless of the school's membership in an athletic organization. Notably, the bill does not guarantee team placement for virtual students and maintains the authority of coaches and athletic organizations to determine eligibility and enforce rules.
Tennessee HB0355 requires local education agencies (LEAs) to allow virtual school students to participate in interscholastic athletics at member schools if they meet the eligibility requirements set by the relevant athletic organization or association. The bill also mandates participation for virtual school students zoned for a public school that offers athletics, regardless of the school's membership in an athletic organization. Notably, the bill does not guarantee team placement for virtual students and maintains the authority of coaches and athletic organizations to determine eligibility and enforce rules.
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