Local Education Agencies - As enacted, requires a public school under the jurisdiction of an LEA that offers students the opportunity to participate in interscholastic athletic competitions to allow the LEA's virtual school students to participate in interscholastic athletics at the public school in the LEA for which they are zoned and that they are otherwise eligible to attend. - Amends TCA Title 49.

HB 355 requires Tennessee public school districts (LEAs) to allow virtual school students to participate in school sports teams at their zoned public school if they meet the eligibility rules set by the athletic association or the school itself. It applies specifically to virtual students who are otherwise eligible to attend their zoned school, ensuring they aren't barred from trying out solely due to their virtual enrollment status. The bill clarifies that it doesn’t guarantee a team spot (coaches retain selection authority) or override existing athletic association rules for eligibility. This law, effective upon enactment, directly affects virtual students and their local school districts' athletic programs.