School District Waiver Request Process

1. The district must submit a completed application. After submission, the district contact will receive an email with instructions on how to upload: (a) a signed board-adopted resolution authorizing the waiver request and (b) evidence of stakeholder involvement, including input from teachers and families.
2. The DESE Waiver Committee reviews submitted requests and provides feedback to the district.
3. If needed, the district revises the waiver request based on committee feedback.
4. Upon completing the review process, the waiver request is placed on the State Board of Education's agenda for consideration.
5. A representative from the district will need to attend the State Board of Education meeting to provide insight on the waiver request.
6. The district is provided a written response regarding the decision of the State Board of Education.

Note: The process may take up to 90 days from the district's final submission. The timeline resets if changes are made after DESE feedback.

For more information, please contact: