This bill amends Section 1210.545 of Title 70 of the Oklahoma Statutes, which pertains to school assessment annual reports. It requires the State Department of Education to amend the state plan under the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) to replace the measure of chronic absenteeism with a survey of school climate. The proposed amendment must be submitted to the United States Department of Education by January 1, 2026, and if approved, the new grading system for elementary, middle, and high schools will incorporate the school climate survey starting in the 2026-2027 school year. The survey will gather feedback from students, teachers, school staff, and parents.

Additionally, the bill outlines the structure of the annual reports, which will continue to assess student achievement and school performance based on various indicators, including statewide assessments and graduation rates. The grading system will maintain a multi-measure approach, ensuring that at least 70% of the overall grade is derived from key academic indicators. The bill also emphasizes the importance of transparency by mandating that school report cards be provided to parents and published on the Department's website. The act is set to take effect on July 1, 2025, and includes an emergency clause for immediate implementation upon passage.