The proposed bill would update current statutes by mandating that school districts and charter schools automatically enroll eligible 6th, 7th, or 8th grade students in advanced math courses, contingent upon the student meeting specific proficiency criteria and the absence of parental objection. This change replaces the existing requirement that only notifies parents of students who have not demonstrated proficiency in mathematics. The bill also modifies language in section 15-708 of the Arizona Revised Statutes, changing "no later than" to "not later than" and "shall" to "must," thereby reinforcing the obligation of schools to inform parents.

Additionally, the bill introduces new reporting requirements for schools, which include annual submissions to the Arizona Department of Education (ADE) detailing student enrollment in advanced math courses, disaggregated by race, family income, and gender. Schools must also report average scores in grade-level math assessments and the support services provided for students in advanced courses. The ADE is responsible for compiling these reports and ensuring the protection of personally identifiable information, while also developing guidelines for the implementation of these new requirements.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 15-708