Senator proposes state oversight of high‑school activities association; floor debate questions scope Senate substitute to SB 863 would create a governor‑appointed oversight board housed in DESE to oversee the Missouri State High School Activities association (MSHA), handle appeals and collect public school dues. Sponsors framed the bill as accountability for students; critics warned it risks an unwarranted state takeover of a long-standing nonprofit. Sponsor laid the bill on the informal calendar after extensive questioning.

A new bill could reshape the governance of Missouri high school activities by establishing a state oversight board, sparking intense debate on accountability versus autonomy.

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Texas Law Alters Class Rank System Removing Local Control for GPA Calculations New Texas legislation centralizes GPA calculations, limiting local school districts' authority.

Texas schools are bracing for major changes as a new law strips local control over GPA calculations, sparking concerns about chaos for current students.

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