This bill revises existing laws related to transformational learning in Montana by moving the termination date of the current Transformational Learning Grant Program up by one year and establishing a new Transformational Learning Phase II Grant Program. The bill outlines the requirements for administering this new program, which will be overseen by the Superintendent of Public Instruction and the Board of Public Education. Key amendments include updates to the definitions of transformational learning, emphasizing a flexible, pupil-centered, and proficiency-based approach that caters to individual student needs and interests.

Additionally, the bill specifies the application process for school districts seeking funding under the new grant program, including the need for a strategic plan and measurable objectives. It also details the funding structure, allowing districts to receive financial aid for up to four consecutive years, contingent on meeting reporting requirements. The bill sets an effective date of July 1, 2025, and establishes a termination date for the new grant program of December 31, 2028.

Statutes affected:
LC Text: 20-7-1601, 20-7-1602
HB0573_1(1): 20-7-1601, 20-7-1602
HB0573_1(2): 20-7-1601, 20-7-1602
HB0573_1(3): 20-7-1601, 20-7-1602
HB0573_1(4): 20-7-1601, 20-7-1602
HB0573_1(5): 20-7-1601, 20-7-1602
HB0573_1(6): 20-7-1601, 20-7-1602
HB0573_1: 20-7-1601, 20-7-1602
HB0573_X(1): 20-7-1601, 20-7-1602
HB0573_X(10): 20-7-1601, 20-7-1602
HB0573_X(11): 20-7-1601, 20-7-1602
HB0573_X(12): 20-7-1601, 20-7-1602
HB0573_X(13): 20-7-1601, 20-7-1602
HB0573_X(2): 20-7-1601, 20-7-1602
HB0573_X(3): 20-7-1601, 20-7-1602
HB0573_X(4): 20-7-1601, 20-7-1602
HB0573_X(5): 20-7-1601, 20-7-1602
HB0573_X(6): 20-7-1601, 20-7-1602
HB0573_X(7): 20-7-1601, 20-7-1602
HB0573_X(8): 20-7-1601, 20-7-1602
HB0573_X(9): 20-7-1601, 20-7-1602
HB0573_X: 20-7-1601, 20-7-1602