The Oklahoma Math Achievement and Proficiency Act is designed to improve mathematical proficiency among students in grades two through five by requiring screenings for math proficiency at the beginning, middle, and end of each school year. The Act mandates that students identified with math deficiencies receive tailored intervention plans, and parents or guardians must be informed of their child's proficiency levels. To support these initiatives, public school districts may receive funding for remediation services, with a portion allocated for teacher professional development in effective math instruction strategies. The Act also provides for advanced learning opportunities and summer academy programs to enhance students' math skills, with the State Board of Education responsible for developing rules and guidelines for implementation.
Additionally, the bill introduces new requirements for high school graduation assessments for students entering ninth grade from the 2017-2018 school year, mandating participation in statewide assessments to qualify for a standard diploma. It ensures that students who began ninth grade prior to the 2016-2017 school year have a clear plan for graduation assessments and protects transferring students from being denied diplomas due to differing testing requirements. The legislation also emphasizes the need for timely reporting of assessment results and demographic data related to advanced mathematics courses, with an effective date of July 1, 2025, and an emergency clause for immediate implementation upon passage.