The bill establishes a three-year pilot program beginning in the 2026-2027 school year to enhance mathematics instruction in Oklahoma schools, particularly targeting districts with high percentages of students scoring in the lowest tiers on statewide assessments. The State Department of Education will create mathematics instructional teams to provide technical assistance and support to both general and special education teachers, focusing on students with dyscalculia and related learning disabilities. Additionally, the bill amends existing laws related to the Oklahoma School Testing Program and the Oklahoma Math Achievement and Proficiency Act, including modifications to report submission deadlines and updates to statutory language. It also creates the Office of Mathematics Improvement within the State Department of Education, appointing a Director with specific qualifications and duties.

Key provisions of the bill include the requirement for public school districts to develop intervention plans for students identified as needing additional support, as well as the allocation of funds for remediation services based on student needs. The bill mandates that teachers assess students' math proficiency levels and recommend participation in summer academies for those not meeting grade-level targets, utilizing research-based instructional methods. Furthermore, it requires screening for dyscalculia for students who do not meet proficiency targets, with provisions for parental requests for screening. The State Board of Education will develop policies for dyscalculia screening and ensure annual reporting of data on screenings and interventions to the State Department of Education. The act is set to take effect on July 1, 2026, with an emergency clause for immediate implementation upon passage.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 70-1210.508