This bill proposes several updates to the current statutes regarding school curricula, specifically focusing on mathematics education for students in grades six through eight. Under the new provisions, the requirement for school districts and charter schools to notify parents about students who have not demonstrated proficiency in mathematics will be modified to allow notification not later than the first half of the second quarter of the school year. Additionally, the bill mandates that students in these grades be enrolled in advanced mathematics courses if they meet certain criteria, such as demonstrating high proficiency on assessments or earning an A in their previous mathematics course, unless a parent objects.

Furthermore, the bill introduces new reporting requirements for school districts and charter schools, which must annually report detailed information about student performance in mathematics, including disaggregated data by race, family income, and gender. The Department of Education is tasked with compiling these reports and posting them online, while also developing guidelines for implementing the new provisions. Overall, the bill aims to enhance mathematics education and accountability in schools by ensuring that capable students are placed in advanced courses and that performance data is transparently reported.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 15-708