The bill amends the Revised School Code of Michigan, specifically section 1278, to establish clearer requirements for school district accreditation and curriculum standards. It mandates that if a school district's board desires accreditation for all its schools, it must provide a core academic curriculum that complies with updated state standards. The bill emphasizes that the curriculum must focus solely on academic and cognitive instruction, excluding any non-essential attitudes, beliefs, or value systems. Additionally, the state board is required to develop and periodically update these model core academic curriculum content standards, which must be approved by both the Senate and the House of Representatives before implementation.

Furthermore, the bill outlines the responsibilities of school district boards in establishing their core academic curriculum, ensuring it aligns with the state standards while allowing for some variation. It also stipulates that all pupils must have the opportunity to learn the required subjects and courses, and it mandates special assistance for pupils who do not meet reading proficiency standards. The bill includes provisions for nonpublic schools to access the model standards and ensures that certain elective courses continue to be available to nonpublic school students. Overall, the amendments aim to enhance the quality and consistency of education across Michigan's public and nonpublic schools.

Statutes affected:
House Introduced Bill: 380.1278