EDUCATION – Amends existing law to revise provisions regarding virtual education programs in public school districts and virtual public charter schools.

Idaho's S 1176 revises laws governing virtual education programs in public school districts and public charter schools. The bill requires all virtual schools to be authorized solely by the Public Charter School Commission starting July 1, 2025, replacing previous local district or commission approvals. It also clarifies attendance reporting for blended virtual/traditional programs and mandates school districts to approve all contracts with educational service providers, verify student residency, and oversee funding for approved materials. These changes directly affect school districts, public charter schools, and educational service providers operating virtual programs in Idaho.