8.4.17 BASA Hot Topics COVER PAGE

HOT TOPICS

Survey on Suspensions and Expulsions of PK-3 Students

Earlier this week, BASA sent a survey to all members regarding the authority to suspend or

expel students in pre-kindergarten through grade 3 for non-violent offenses. We strongly

encourage you to respond to this survey since your input will inform legislation to be

introduced later this fall. The deadline for responses is Friday, August 18. The link to the

survey is available here:

Home Education and a Superintendent’s Responsibilities

Home education (sometimes referred to as home schooling) is governed in this state by

Ohio Revised Code 3321.14 and by Ohio Administrative Code 3301-34-03. In order for a

child to be excused from compulsory attendance, a superintendent must fulfill certain

responsibilities, which can be found at this link:

Home education should not be confused with home instruction, which is provided in a

child’s home by a licensed teacher when the child has an IEP and is unable to attend school

due to a temporary or permanent disability.