Revises conditions for use of virtual or remote instruction to meet minimum 180-day school year requirement.

This bill (NJ A3268) allows New Jersey public school districts to count virtual or remote instruction days toward their required 180-day school year when schools close due to weather, emergencies, or health directives. It requires districts to submit approved virtual programs to the education commissioner, ensures equal educational access for students with disabilities (including IEP services via technology), and specifies that virtual days count as full school days for graduation, course credit, and state assessments. The commissioner must establish guidance on technology access, day length, and impacts on lunch programs and state testing. It directly affects all public school districts, charter schools, and students, including those with disabilities.