The bill amends the State School Aid Act of 1979 by introducing new requirements for districts or public school academies designated as partnership districts. To receive funding, these entities must enter into a signed three-year partnership agreement with the state, which includes measurable academic outcomes, accountability measures, and specific provisions for reconstitution of schools that fail to meet the agreed-upon outcomes. The bill emphasizes the importance of tracking academic progress and attendance rates, and it mandates that if a school does not achieve its goals within three years, a second reconstitution plan will be imposed.

Additionally, the bill modifies the assessment requirements for districts to receive state aid. It establishes a summative assessment system that must be valid and reliable, measuring student proficiency and growth in alignment with state standards. The bill also includes provisions for the administration of assessments in various subjects, ensuring transparency in the assessment process, and mandates that reports on student performance be provided to stakeholders in a timely manner. Notably, the bill repeals section 104b of the State School Aid Act, which may indicate a shift in how assessments are structured and reported.

Statutes affected:
Substitute (H-3): 388.1622, 388.1704
House Introduced Bill: 388.1622, 388.1704