1(1) 2It is the policy of the Legislature:9(a) 10To achieve within existing resources a seamless academic educational system that fosters an integrated continuum of kindergarten through graduate school education for Florida’s students.
34(b) 35To promote enhanced academic success and funding efficiency of educational delivery systems by aligning responsibility with accountability.
52(c) 53To provide consistent education policy across all educational delivery systems, focusing on students.
66(d) 67To provide substantially improved articulation across all educational delivery systems.
77(e) 78To provide for the decentralization of authority to the schools, Florida College System institutions, universities, and other education institutions that deliver educational services to the public.
104(f) 105To ensure that independent education institutions and home education programs maintain their independence, autonomy, and nongovernmental status.
122(2) 123The guiding principles for Florida’s K-20 education system are:132(a) 133A coordinated, seamless system for kindergarten through graduate school education.
143(b) 144A system that is student-centered in every facet.
152(c) 153A system that maximizes education access and allows the opportunity for a high quality education for all Floridians.
171(d) 172A system that safeguards equity and supports academic excellence.
181(e) 182A system that provides for local operational flexibility while promoting accountability for student achievement and improvement.
