Relating to: whole grade sharing grants for school boards. (FE)

AB 647 creates a 4-year grant program for school districts that enter into whole grade sharing agreements (where districts share entire grade levels, such as all 5th graders). Eligible school boards receive $500 per enrolled student in the shared grade level each school year, starting in 2026-27, with funds distributed annually. The program requires school districts to submit annual reports on grant usage, and the state department must report to the legislature on grant distribution and spending. This directly affects school districts participating in grade-sharing arrangements by providing ongoing funding for shared educational resources.