The bill proposes revisions to the student assessment criteria for the math learning communities program in public secondary schools. It suggests that the program may now include algebra II, course II quantitative reasoning, or another college-level math course as determined appropriate. The bill indicates that eligible students should have completed or be near completion of algebra I and recommends that high schools administer a mathematics assessment to 10th-grade students who may benefit from the program. The assessment results will determine if a student needs to be assigned to course I, advanced math foundations, or if they are ready for more advanced courses based on their mastery of algebra I concepts.

The bill also outlines that course I, advanced math foundations, is designed to review and expand students' competencies in algebra, geometry, probability, and statistics, and counts for one math credit towards high school graduation. Course II, quantitative reasoning, or another pre-determined college-level mathematics course, are intended for students who have demonstrated mastery of algebra I concepts on the mathematics assessment. These courses can be taken through the concurrent dual enrollment program and will satisfy both the high school graduation math requirement and the math requirement for many degree programs at the community college system of New Hampshire. The act is set to take effect 60 days after its passage, with an effective date of September 01, 2024.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 193-I:2
Version adopted by both bodies: 193-I:2
CHAPTERED FINAL VERSION: 193-I:2