AN ACT CONCERNING THE ESTABLISHMENT OF A PILOT PROGRAM FOR AT-RISK YOUTH.

HB 5384 establishes a pilot program for at-risk students in grades six to eight, requiring the Department of Education to create hands-on, project-based learning in core subjects (math, science, English, and social studies). The program directly affects students identified as at-risk in these grades by connecting academic content to practical applications through vocational training and community experiences. Key provisions mandate that the Department design curriculum aligning classroom learning with real-world skills, such as local job training or community service projects. The bill focuses on concrete policy changes to integrate academic and vocational learning without specifying outcomes or advocating for the program.