high schools; elective credits; CTE

HB 4053 requires Arizona high schools serving grades 9-12 to offer at least two career and technical education (CTE) or vocational courses as electives each school year. It specifically encourages courses that align with community college degree programs or are transferable to Arizona universities under the Board of Regents. The bill does not mandate new courses if a school already meets the two-course requirement on the effective date. This affects all public school districts and charter schools in Arizona, directly shaping high school course offerings for students.