(a) The Legislature finds and declares that:

1. (1) County school districts have called for more local control and flexibility to meet the education needs of their communities;
2. (2) Students, parents and teachers are seeking alternatives to the traditional classroom delivery of education that better meets the educational needs of students;
3. (3) Public schools should be able to provide a variety of instructional delivery models;
4. (4) The county school districts can enhance education opportunities for students, using technology;
5. (5) Using technology to deliver instruction can provide flexibility and increase options for instruction;
6. (6) Giving county school districts the flexibility to create innovative programs will provide teachers with new instructional opportunities; and
7. (7) This Act is not intended to save money through the reduction of school personnel positions.