Sec. 33.253. ESTABLISHMENT; PURPOSES. (a) The Expanded Learning Opportunities Council is established to:
(1) study issues concerning expanded learning opportunities for this state's public school students, including:
(A) issues related to creating safe places for children outside of the regular school day, improving the academic success of students who participate in expanded learning opportunities programs, and assisting working families; and
(B) other issues prescribed under Section 33.258; and
(2) make recommendations as provided by Section 33.259 to address issues studied under this subchapter.
(b) In conducting studies under this subchapter, the council shall focus on innovative, hands-on learning approaches that complement rather than replicate the regular school curriculum.
Added by Acts 2013, 83rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 531 (S.B. 503), Sec. 1, eff. June 14, 2013.
Structure Texas Statutes
Subtitle F - Curriculum, Programs, and Services
Chapter 33 - Service Programs and Extracurricular Activities
Subchapter G. Expanded Learning Opportunities Council
Section 33.252. Expanded Learning Opportunities
Section 33.253. Establishment; Purposes
Section 33.254. Sunset Provision
Section 33.258. Powers and Duties
Section 33.259. Statewide Expanded Learning Opportunities Plan; Report