The Oklahoma Math Achievement and Proficiency Act is designed to improve mathematics instruction for students in grades two through five by implementing a structured framework for screening and intervention. The Act mandates that students be screened at the beginning, middle, and end of each school year to evaluate their math proficiency, focusing on problem-solving, procedural fluency, and conceptual understanding. The State Board of Education will approve screening instruments and ensure they meet specific criteria. Students identified with math deficiencies will receive tailored intervention plans developed by a student math proficiency team, which includes parents and teachers. The Act also emphasizes communication with parents regarding their child's progress and provides advanced learning opportunities for high-performing students.
Additionally, the bill introduces summer academy programs to help students achieve grade-level competencies, requiring a minimum of three consecutive days of instruction based on scientifically research-based programs. It mandates that teacher education programs incorporate effective instructional strategies for all learners, including those with learning difficulties, and establishes a Statewide Mathematics Revolving Fund to support training programs and micro-credentials in mathematics for teacher candidates. The bill also requires dyscalculia screening for students in the specified grades and mandates the State Board of Education to develop policies for screening and provide technical assistance. Furthermore, it amends existing educational laws to enhance student performance evaluation and reporting, requiring schools receiving grants to provide detailed student-level data. The Act is set to take effect on July 1, 2025, with provisions for immediate implementation due to its significance for public welfare.
Statutes affected:
Introduced: 70-2605
Floor (House): 70-2605
Floor (Senate): 70-2605
Engrossed: 70-2605
Amended And Engrossed: 70-2605