An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, in preliminary provisions, further providing for definitions; in terms and courses of study, further providing for subjects of instruction and flag code and providing for handwriting instruction required; and, in charter schools, further providing for provisions applicable to charter schools and for applicability of other provisions of this act and of other acts and regulations.

This Pennsylvania bill updates the state's Public School Code to require that all elementary schools teach cursive handwriting and provide students with a copy of the National Flag Code by eighth grade. It mandates that every student receive cursive instruction until they can read and write it by the end of fifth grade. Additionally, the legislation clarifies which existing laws and regulations apply to both traditional and cyber charter schools, ensuring they adhere to standards regarding safety, fair treatment, and other educational requirements.