Legislation allowing charter school students to play sports and join clubs at traditional public schools was prompted by Rachel Sackett, a Gwinnett County high school student and lacrosse player whose charter school did not offer the sport. (Photo Courtesy of LITTLE MIAMI LACROSSE via Flickr.)
Senate Bill 34 is headed to the full House for a vote. It already passed the Senate.
Senate Majority Leader Chip Rogers, the bill's sponsor, said the proposal would give children who attend a charter school where some activities aren't offered a chance to participate in team sports and clubs. Opponents argued the measure places added costs on cash-strapped schools to accommodate children who aren't enrolled there.
The legislation was prompted by Rachel Sackett, a Gwinnett County high school student and lacrosse player whose charter school did not offer the sport.
