The bill establishes the framework for the implementation of the Student Opportunity Act, which requires school districts to create three-year evidence-based plans aimed at addressing ongoing disparities in student achievement. The Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) is responsible for collecting these plans and monitoring their progress. Originally due on April 1, 2020, the submission deadline was extended to January 15, 2021, due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The report emphasizes the need for districts to focus on underperforming student subgroups and encourages the adoption of specific evidence-based programs to bridge achievement gaps.

As of January 11, 2021, 201 plans had been submitted, accounting for 63% of the expected total, with a combination of short-form and long-form submissions. The bill outlines DESE's process for collecting and updating these plans, which will incorporate community input and engagement from school committees. It also mandates that all district plans be made publicly accessible on the DESE website to ensure transparency. The Department is committed to providing ongoing updates to the Legislature regarding the implementation of the Student Opportunity Act and the progress made in addressing achievement disparities, with further details and targets expected in an April update.